Rochdale pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Rochdale is high; grass is high; cypress is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains low, grass declining. 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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Rochdale's parks, including Falinge Park, feature oak and birch as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up town centre. The Pennine moorland to the east contributes heather and grass pollen when winds blow from the east, while surrounding Lancashire farmland adds further grass and tree pollen across the area.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    19/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    52/100

  • 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

    13/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    48/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Rochdale right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Rochdale tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Rochdale will be different from today, with cypress at low levels and grass continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Rochdale 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 Rochdale?

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

When is pollen season in Rochdale?
Rochdale's pollen season opens with hazel and alder from February, slightly later than southern UK cities due to the cooler, wetter climate on the western Pennine fringe. Birch and oak follow through April and May, with grass pollen peaking through June and July. Proximity to the Pennine moorland means grass and heather pollen can extend exposure, while frequent rainfall typical of the area provides regular interruptions throughout the season.
How often is the Rochdale pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Rochdale 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 Rochdale 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 Rochdale, 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 Rochdale.

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