Kidderminster pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Kidderminster is high; grass is high; cypress is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass will increase; cypress will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

Kidderminster's parks, including Brinton Park, and the River Stour corridor feature oak and birch as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up town centre. Surrounding Worcestershire farmland and the Wyre Forest woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Stour valley channels airflows and concentrates pollen across the town under prevailing southwesterly winds.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    16/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    68/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    9/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    62/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Kidderminster right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Kidderminster are high. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Kidderminster tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Kidderminster will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, grass at high levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Kidderminster this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Kidderminster?

On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Kidderminster. cypress are also present but at lower levels. hazel, willow, alder, and birch are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Kidderminster?
Kidderminster's pollen season opens with hazel and alder from late January, earlier than in northern UK cities due to the milder West Midlands climate. Oak and birch follow through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. The Stour valley channels airflows, while surrounding Worcestershire farmland and Wyre Forest woodland extend grass and tree pollen into August under prevailing southwesterly winds.
How often is the Kidderminster pollen forecast updated?

The Kidderminster pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Kidderminster come from nearby or far away?

Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.

Are pollen levels in Kidderminster based on measurements or forecasts?

Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.

Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Kidderminster, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.

This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.

Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Kidderminster.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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