Southport pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Southport is medium; mugwort is medium. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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In Southport, birch and oak dominate the local tree pollen picture, with parks and tree-lined residential streets offering more exposure than the compact centre. Surrounding Sefton farmland contributes substantial grass and tree pollen, moving into town when winds blow from the north-west. Overall exposure follows the broader regional trend, moderated somewhat by the town's parks and gardens.

Today - 9 August

  • 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):

    Medium

    49/100

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 - 10 August

  • 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):

    Medium

    45/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Southport right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Southport are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Southport tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Southport will be similar to today, with artemisia at medium levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Southport this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Southport?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Southport. hazel, cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Southport?
In Southport, the pollen calendar starts with birch and rolls straight into oak. Expect birch pollen roughly from March to May, before oak takes over, usually April to May. Grass then takes over from May right through September, peaking around June and July for most people. Good to know if you're planning anything outdoors that time of year.
How often is the Southport pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Southport 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 Southport 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 Southport, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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