Yate pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Yate 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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Tree pollen in Yate comes mostly from oak and birch, with parks and mature gardens standing in contrast to the more built-up centre. Surrounding Gloucestershire farmland contributes substantial grass and tree pollen, moving into town when winds blow from the inland. 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

    13/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    High

    60/100

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

    40/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Yate right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Yate tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Yate 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 Yate?

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

When is pollen season in Yate?
Locals in Yate usually notice oak first, with birch not far behind it. Oak tends to release pollen between April and May, before birch takes over, usually March to May. Don't forget grass, either — it runs May to September and usually causes the most trouble in June and July. Useful to know if you tend to feel it every spring.
How often is the Yate pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Yate 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 Yate 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 Yate, 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.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Yate.

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