Kirkby Stephen pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kirkby Stephen is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass at low levels, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will decrease; cypress and willow will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Kirkby Stephen's parks and green spaces feature alder and birch as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these greener areas and the more built-up town centre. Fields and hedgerows just outside town push grass pollen counts up noticeably once the dominant maritime airflow set in. Seasonal peaks tend to track the wider regional pattern, tree pollen leading in spring and grass through summer.
If you're wondering when hay fever kicks off in Kirkby Stephen, it's mostly down to alder and birch. Don't forget grass, either — it runs May to September and usually causes the most trouble in June and July. Alder gets going around January and tapers off by April, and birch keeps things going from March right through to May. Worth keeping an eye on the forecast if you're sensitive.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Cumbria
Is pollen high in Kirkby Stephen right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Kirkby Stephen.
Will pollen levels change in Kirkby Stephen tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kirkby Stephen will be different from today, with grass at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kirkby Stephen this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kirkby Stephen?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Kirkby Stephen.
When is pollen season in Kirkby Stephen?
How often is the Kirkby Stephen pollen forecast updated?
The Kirkby Stephen pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kirkby Stephen 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 Kirkby Stephen 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 Kirkby Stephen, 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.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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