Manchester pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Manchester is medium; grass is medium; 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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Manchester has a mix of urban trees and grass with allergenic species like birch, oak, and grasses found in parks such as Heaton Park and along streets. Within the city, pollen varies between greener suburbs and park areas versus the denser city centre where vegetation is more fragmented and exposure is lower. Surrounding areas, including the Pennines, have more continuous woodland and grassland, leading to higher and more widespread pollen levels than in central Manchester.

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):

    Medium

    50/100

  • 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

    11/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    43/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Pollen and air quality along routes in Manchester

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Manchester right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Manchester tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Manchester 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 Manchester?

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

When is pollen season in Manchester?
Manchester's pollen season begins slightly later than southern UK cities, with hazel and alder flowering from February in the cooler, wetter climate. Birch and oak follow through April and May, with oilseed rape from surrounding farmland adding to exposure. Grass pollen peaks through June and July, when agricultural grassland and cereals across Lancashire and Cheshire contribute additional pollen under southwesterly winds, though frequent rainfall provides regular interruptions to exposure.
How often is the Manchester pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester, 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, 13:02 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Manchester.

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