Sunderland pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Sunderland will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, grass at medium levels

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

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

Sunderland's pollen season opens with hazel and alder from February, slightly later than southern UK cities due to the cooler northeast climate. Birch and oak follow through April and May, with grass pollen peaking through June and July. The coastal position means sea breezes can periodically disperse pollen, while inland farmland and river valleys of County Durham contribute additional exposure under westerly winds. Rainfall is more frequent than in southern England, providing regular interruptions throughout the season.

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

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.

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 Sunderland, 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.