Margate pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Margate is medium; grass is medium. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass increasing, cypress at medium levels. Over the following five days cypress and grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Margate's coastal parks and the Isle of Thanet shoreline feature oak and ash as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up resort centre. Surrounding Kent farmland and the chalk downland of the North Downs contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the exposed coastal position means onshore North Sea winds frequently disperse pollen across the peninsula town.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    34/100

  • 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):

    Medium

    27/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    64/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Margate right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Margate are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Margate tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Margate will be different from today, with cypress at medium levels and grass increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Margate this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Margate?

On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Margate. cypress, willow, alder, birch, and hazel are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Margate?
Margate's pollen season opens with hazel and alder from late January, earlier than in northern UK cities due to the mild Kent coastal climate. Oak and ash follow through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. The Isle of Thanet's exposed position means onshore North Sea winds frequently disperse pollen, while surrounding Kent farmland extends grass and crop pollen and the dry southeast climate means fewer interruptions.
How often is the Margate pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Margate 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 Margate 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 Margate, 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, 09:02 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Margate.

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