Preston pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (25 June) pollen in Preston is high; grass is high; cypress is medium. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass remains high, cypress declining. Over the following five days cypress and grass will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Preston's parks, including Avenham Park along the Ribble valley, feature oak and birch as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Lancashire farmland and the River Ribble meadows contribute additional grass and tree pollen, with the Forest of Bowland adding further pollen under southerly winds.
Today - 25 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Medium
40/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
High
70/100
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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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
7/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
High
55/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Preston right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Preston are high. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Preston tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Preston will be different from today, with grass at high levels and cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Preston this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Preston?
On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Preston. cypress are also present but at lower levels. hazel, willow, alder, and birch are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Preston?
How often is the Preston pollen forecast updated?
The Preston pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Preston 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 Preston 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 Preston, 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, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Preston.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
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