Pollen forecast for Leicester. 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 Leicester, United Kingdom

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

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High23High
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High7Moderate

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
35High
20 Mon
33High
21 Tue
25High
22 Wed
31High
23 Thu
21High
Mugwort
Today
21High
20 Mon
26High
21 Tue
16Moderate
22 Wed
14Moderate
23 Thu
18Moderate

About Leicester

CountryUnited Kingdom, England
TimezoneEurope/London (UTC+1)
Coordinates52.64° N, 1.13° W
Population≈ 369K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+1)

Grass23 · Highgrains/m³
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 20
Mugwort7 · Moderate
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 200:0014°6:0012°12:0018°18:0021°0:0013°6:0013°12:0021°18:0024°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 19

HourGrassMugwort
00:002213
01:001911
02:001610
03:001311
04:001013
05:001019
06:001221
07:001417
08:001712
09:001614
10:001513
11:00189
12:00217
13:00247
14:00257
15:00237
16:00206
17:00206
18:00216
19:00237
20:00249
21:003112
22:003518
23:003517

Tomorrow — Jul 20

HourGrassMugwort
00:003118
01:003219
02:003323
03:002922
04:002524
05:002526
06:002326
07:003024
08:002920
09:002816
10:002714
11:002411
12:00229
13:00197
14:00177
15:00167
16:00208
17:00198
18:00208
19:00228
20:002812
21:002913
22:002211
23:001811

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What is the pollen level in Leicester today?

On July 19, Leicester reaches a peak pollen risk of 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
High · 22:00
Tomorrow's peak
High · 02:00
Main allergen
Grass
Temperature
20°
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.