Wilmslow pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Wilmslow is low; cypress, grass, and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and mugwort will increase; grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Wilmslow's parks and green spaces feature alder and birch as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these greener areas and the more built-up town centre. The stretch of open moorland nearby is a notable secondary source, feeding pollen into town whenever the wind shifts to the east. The relatively open, low-lying landscape lets pollen disperse readily across the area through the season.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    3/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    16/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    1/100

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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    5/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    17/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    3/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Wilmslow right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Wilmslow are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Wilmslow tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Wilmslow will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Wilmslow this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and cypress pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Wilmslow?

On 16 July 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Wilmslow. cypress and grass are also present but at lower levels. willow, alder, birch, and hazel are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Wilmslow?
The tree pollen story in Wilmslow is really about alder and birch, in that order. Expect alder pollen roughly from January to April, then birch carries on from March until May. After that, grass pollen carries the season from May through to September, with June and July normally the toughest stretch. Useful to know if you tend to feel it every spring.
How often is the Wilmslow pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow, 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: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Wilmslow.

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