Sutton Coldfield pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Sutton Coldfield is high; grass is high; cypress is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

Sutton Coldfield's parks, including Sutton Park, feature oak and birch as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these extensive green areas and the more built-up suburban town centre. Surrounding Staffordshire and Warwickshire farmland and the wooded Sutton Park heathland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the flat, open West Midlands landscape allows pollen to disperse readily across the area.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    3/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    56/100

  • 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

    12/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    63/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Sutton Coldfield right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Sutton Coldfield tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Sutton Coldfield will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, grass at high levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Sutton Coldfield this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Sutton Coldfield?

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

When is pollen season in Sutton Coldfield?
Sutton Coldfield's pollen season opens with hazel and alder from late January, earlier than in northern UK cities due to the milder West Midlands climate. Oak and birch follow through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. Sutton Park's extensive heathland produces a particularly intense local grass and tree pollen peak, while surrounding Warwickshire farmland extends exposure into August.
How often is the Sutton Coldfield pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Sutton Coldfield 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 Sutton Coldfield 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 Sutton Coldfield, 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, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Sutton Coldfield.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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