Pollen forecast for Oldham. Data as of (Europe/London). Values update hourly — see this page for the current reading and hourly forecast.

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Pollen Today in Oldham, United Kingdom

Current pollen levels, hourly forecast, allergy risk and outlook for Oldham, United Kingdom. Grass: Moderate · Mugwort: High

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High12Moderate
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High26High

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
18Moderate
22 Wed
22High
23 Thu
23High
24 Fri
7Moderate
Mugwort
Today
40High
22 Wed
26High
23 Thu
39High
24 Fri
23High

About Oldham

CountryUnited Kingdom, England
TimezoneEurope/London (UTC+1)
Coordinates53.54° N, 2.12° W
Population≈ 237K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+1)

Grass12 · Moderategrains/m³
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 21Tomorrow Jul 22
Mugwort26 · High
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 21Tomorrow Jul 220:0015°6:0012°12:0020°18:0022°0:0014°6:0014°12:0018°18:0021°
View detailed hourly pollen data

Detailed hour-by-hour pollen forecast for Oldham — today and tomorrow. Pollen concentrations per allergen type for each hour.

Today — Jul 21

HourGrassMugwort
00:001828
01:001530
02:001032
03:00636
04:00535
05:00736
06:00736
07:00740
08:00828
09:001335
10:001226
11:001222
12:001317
13:001318
14:001215
15:001215
16:001015
17:001015
18:00915
19:00917
20:001017
21:001219
22:001219
23:00815

Tomorrow — Jul 22

HourGrassMugwort
00:00611
01:0057
02:0067
03:0071
04:0051
05:0042
06:0035
07:0039
08:00313
09:00416
10:00619
11:00817
12:001018
13:001015
14:001216
15:001414
16:001514
17:001315
18:001315
19:001416
20:001319
21:001520
22:001824
23:002226

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What is the pollen level in Oldham today?

On July 21, Oldham reaches a peak pollen risk of High around 09:00, driven mainly by Mugwort pollen. Live levels are tracked for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed.

Pollen snapshot

Now
High
Today's peak
High · 09:00
Tomorrow's peak
High · 23:00
Main allergen
Mugwort
Temperature
18°
About the Pollen Forecast

What is a pollen forecast?

A pollen forecast predicts the concentration of airborne pollen grains (measured in grains per cubic meter) for a specific location and time. Pollen is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during their pollination seasons. Higher concentrations trigger worse allergy symptoms in sensitive individuals. This forecast uses data from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS).

How do I check the pollen forecast today?

This page shows the live pollen levels for your location using data from CAMS via Open-Meteo. You get current pollen concentrations for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed — plus an hourly forecast chart and tomorrow's outlook. Select your allergens to see personalized risk levels.

When are pollen levels highest?

Pollen levels vary by type: tree pollen (birch, alder) typically peaks in spring mornings, grass pollen peaks in late spring and summer afternoons, and weed pollen (mugwort, ragweed) peaks in late summer and fall. Warm, dry, windy days have higher pollen counts. Rain temporarily reduces airborne pollen. Check the forecast chart above for today's exact pollen trend.

How can I reduce pollen exposure?

Many people reduce pollen exposure by keeping windows closed on high-pollen days, showering after time outdoors, and using air purifiers. Check the pollen forecast before outdoor activities, and consult a healthcare provider for personal advice.

What is an allergy profile?

Your allergy profile tells us which pollen types trigger your symptoms. Different people react to different pollens — some are allergic to birch and grass, others to ragweed or olive. By selecting your allergens, you get a personalized risk assessment that only considers the pollen types relevant to you, rather than a generic overall forecast.

Pollen risk levels

None
Low
Moderate
High
Very High

Risk levels are based on approximate pollen concentration thresholds per allergen type (grains/m³):

  • Tree pollen (birch, alder): Low ≤10, Moderate ≤100, High ≤1000, Very High >1000
  • Grass & weed pollen (grass, mugwort, ragweed): Low ≤5, Moderate ≤20, High ≤50, Very High >50
  • Olive pollen: Low ≤10, Moderate ≤50, High ≤200, Very High >200

Your risk is the highest level among your selected allergens. These approximate thresholds are commonly referenced in European aeroallergen research (EAN) and clinical guidelines.

Pollen Forecast in Oldham Today — Pollen Levels & Allergy Risk