Pollen forecast for Cheltenham. 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 Cheltenham, United Kingdom

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

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High35High
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High7Moderate

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
56Very High
22 Wed
46High
23 Thu
48High
24 Fri
44High
Mugwort
Today
12Moderate
22 Wed
11Moderate
23 Thu
16Moderate
24 Fri
17Moderate

About Cheltenham

CountryUnited Kingdom, England
TimezoneEurope/London (UTC+1)
Coordinates51.90° N, 2.08° W
Population≈ 119K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+1)

Grass35 · Highgrains/m³
5Low20Moderate50High0Today Jul 21Tomorrow Jul 22
Mugwort7 · Moderate
5Low0Today Jul 21Tomorrow Jul 220:0018°6:0013°12:0023°18:0027°0:0018°6:0014°12:0022°18:0025°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 21

HourGrassMugwort
00:005212
01:00397
02:00357
03:00256
04:00185
05:00155
06:00165
07:0075
08:00206
09:00247
10:00236
11:00238
12:00248
13:00279
14:00288
15:00278
16:00276
17:00285
18:00315
19:00325
20:00306
21:00408
22:005612
23:004211

Tomorrow — Jul 22

HourGrassMugwort
00:003810
01:00349
02:00216
03:00114
04:0022
05:0012
06:0012
07:0012
08:0032
09:00163
10:00184
11:00194
12:00204
13:00225
14:00224
15:00255
16:00285
17:00286
18:00306
19:00286
20:00347
21:00378
22:004611
23:004411

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What is the pollen level in Cheltenham today?

On July 21, Cheltenham reaches a peak pollen risk of Very High around 22:00, driven mainly by Grass pollen. Live levels are tracked for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed.

Pollen snapshot

Now
High
Today's peak
Very High · 22:00
Tomorrow's peak
High · 22:00
Main allergen
Grass
Temperature
16°
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.