Morpeth pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Morpeth is moderate; mugwort is moderate.
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) | Moderate | 31/100 |
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) | High | 54/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Grass pollen from surrounding Northumberland fields is significant through the summer months, carried in by shifting coastal winds. On top of that, alder and birch are the two species driving most tree pollen in Morpeth, especially around parks and green corridors. Locals with allergies tend to plan around two peaks a year rather than one long stretch.
Ask anyone with allergies in Morpeth and they'll tell you it's alder and birch that cause the trouble. Then grass pollen takes the baton from May all the way to September, usually peaking in June and July — that's when most people really feel it. Alder gets going around January and tapers off by April, before birch takes over, usually March to May. Not a bad idea to stock up on antihistamines before it all kicks off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northumberland
Is pollen high in Morpeth right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Morpeth are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Morpeth tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Morpeth will be different from today, with artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Morpeth 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 Morpeth?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Morpeth. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Morpeth?
How often is the Morpeth pollen forecast updated?
The Morpeth pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Morpeth 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 Morpeth 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 Morpeth, 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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