Southampton pollen forecast — Southampton Common neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Southampton Common, Southampton is high; mugwort is high.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; cypress 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) | High | 52/100 |
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) | Moderate | 49/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Southampton Common sees oak and plane as the leading tree pollen contributors, with levels differing noticeably between well-vegetated suburbs and the denser core. The local common land nearby is a notable secondary source, feeding pollen into town whenever the wind shifts to the the surrounding hills. This combination means residents feel both urban and rural pollen sources depending on which way the wind's blowing.
For Southampton Common, the season kicks off with oak and then hands things over to plane. Don't forget grass, either — it runs May to September and usually causes the most trouble in June and July. Expect oak pollen roughly from April to May, then plane carries on from April until June. Good to know if you're planning anything outdoors that time of year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Southampton
Is pollen high in Southampton right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Southampton are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Southampton tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Southampton will be different from today, with artemisia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Southampton this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Southampton?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Southampton. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Southampton?
How often is the Southampton pollen forecast updated?
The Southampton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton, 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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