Stowmarket pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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The wider Suffolk countryside supplies additional tree and grass pollen, particularly when inland breezes from the surrounding countryside carry it toward the built-up area. On top of that, birch and lime are the two species driving most tree pollen in Stowmarket, especially around parks and green corridors. This combination means residents feel both urban and rural pollen sources depending on which way the wind's blowing.

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):

    Low

    23/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    High

    69/100

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

    31/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Stowmarket right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Stowmarket are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Stowmarket tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Stowmarket will be different from today, with artemisia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Stowmarket. grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress, willow, and hazel are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Stowmarket?
Stowmarket's pollen year has two main tree culprits: birch first, lime close behind. Expect birch pollen roughly from March to May, with lime picking up between May and July. Don't forget grass, either — it runs May to September and usually causes the most trouble in June and July. Something to plan around if pollen usually gets to you.
How often is the Stowmarket pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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