Kirriemuir Angus pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kirriemuir Angus is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will decrease; cypress, grass, 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) | Low | 25/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 31/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The relatively open, low-lying landscape lets pollen disperse readily across the area through the season. That's on top of Scots pine and birch, which are the main local tree pollen sources around Kirriemuir Angus's parks and quieter streets. The the river meadows nearby is a notable secondary source, feeding pollen into town whenever the wind shifts to the east.
So here's the rundown for Kirriemuir Angus: scots pine pollen shows up first, then birch takes over. On top of that, grass pollen runs May to September and tends to hit hardest in June and July. Expect scots pine pollen roughly from April to June, before birch takes over, usually March to May. Handy to bear in mind before booking that garden party.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Angus
Is pollen high in Kirriemuir Angus right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kirriemuir Angus are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Kirriemuir Angus tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kirriemuir Angus will be different from today, with artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kirriemuir Angus this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kirriemuir Angus?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Kirriemuir Angus. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kirriemuir Angus?
How often is the Kirriemuir Angus pollen forecast updated?
The Kirriemuir Angus pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kirriemuir Angus 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 Kirriemuir Angus 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 Kirriemuir Angus, 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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