Midlothian pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Midlothian is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mugwort increasing. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Around Midlothian, hazel and willow grow along a nearby stream, both efficient wind pollinators. Near Midlothian, oak and birch share the canopy in a nearby forest; birch pollen travels far. Around Midlothian, a nearby park keeps grass and ragweed counts ticking over with regularly mown lawns.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    38/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    17/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    70/100

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 - 31 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    50/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    26/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    70/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Midlothian right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Midlothian are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Midlothian tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Midlothian will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, grass at moderate levels and artemisia increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Midlothian this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Midlothian?

On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Midlothian. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Midlothian?
Hazel and willow by the water open the season, peaking around late winter or March. Oak and birch become the main source through spring, cresting in April or May. Grass pollen rises steadily, cresting in June, and ragweed follows from mid-August into October. The order of species stays steady, even if exact dates shift.
How often is the Midlothian pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Midlothian 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 Midlothian 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 Midlothian, 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: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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