Pollen forecast for Southampton. 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 Southampton, United Kingdom

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

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High20Moderate
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High3Low

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
41High
20 Mon
38High
21 Tue
20Moderate
22 Wed
34High
23 Thu
23High
Mugwort
Today
12Moderate
20 Mon
14Moderate
21 Tue
13Moderate
22 Wed
12Moderate
23 Thu
7Moderate

About Southampton

CountryUnited Kingdom, England
TimezoneEurope/London (UTC+1)
Coordinates50.90° N, 1.40° W
Population≈ 270K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+1)

Grass20 · Moderategrains/m³
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 20
Mugwort3 · Low
5Low0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 200:0018°6:0014°12:0021°18:0023°0:0016°6:0013°12:0022°18:0025°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 19

HourGrassMugwort
00:00259
01:001510
02:00297
03:00299
04:002610
05:002712
06:001712
07:00188
08:00155
09:00184
10:00173
11:00173
12:00183
13:00203
14:00223
15:00213
16:00214
17:00224
18:00244
19:00285
20:00286
21:00338
22:00419
23:004011

Tomorrow — Jul 20

HourGrassMugwort
00:003013
01:002814
02:003814
03:003612
04:003312
05:002911
06:002312
07:002111
08:00166
09:00185
10:00195
11:00214
12:00214
13:00194
14:00184
15:00184
16:00173
17:00184
18:00194
19:00214
20:00235
21:00287
22:00248
23:00207

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What is the pollen level in Southampton today?

On July 19, Southampton reaches a peak pollen risk of High around 23:00, driven mainly by Grass pollen. Live levels are tracked for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed.

Pollen snapshot

Now
Moderate
Today's peak
High · 23:00
Tomorrow's peak
High · 02:00
Main allergen
Grass
Temperature
22°
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.