Pollen forecast for Southend-on-Sea. 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 Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Current pollen levels, hourly forecast, allergy risk and outlook for Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom. Grass: Low · Mugwort: Low

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High5Low
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High5Low

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
21 Tue
10Moderate
22 Wed
19Moderate
23 Thu
15Moderate
24 Fri
13Moderate
Mugwort
21 Tue
6Moderate
22 Wed
13Moderate
23 Thu
7Moderate
24 Fri
5Low

About Southend-on-Sea

CountryUnited Kingdom, England
TimezoneEurope/London (UTC+1)
Coordinates51.54° N, 0.71° E
Population≈ 295K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+1)

Grass5 · Lowgrains/m³
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 21Tomorrow Jul 22
Mugwort5 · Low
5Low0Today Jul 21Tomorrow Jul 220:0016°6:0013°12:0020°18:0022°0:0017°6:0016°12:0021°18:0019°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 21

HourGrassMugwort
00:0055
01:0096
02:0074
03:0032
04:0012
05:002
06:002
07:001
08:0024
09:0093
10:0092
11:0093
12:0093
13:00103
14:0083
15:0093
16:00103
17:00103
18:0093
19:0083
20:0083
21:0074
22:0083
23:0083

Tomorrow — Jul 22

HourGrassMugwort
00:0083
01:0074
02:0084
03:0065
04:0086
05:001010
06:001111
07:00912
08:001210
09:001511
10:001913
11:001613
12:001410
13:00137
14:00155
15:00175
16:00136
17:0095
18:0074
19:0073
20:0074
21:00114
22:00154
23:0094

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What is the pollen level in Southend-on-Sea today?

On July 20, Southend-on-Sea reaches a peak pollen risk of Moderate around 01:00, driven mainly by Grass pollen. Live levels are tracked for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed.

Pollen snapshot

Now
Low
Today's peak
Moderate · 01:00
Tomorrow's peak
Moderate · 10:00
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.

Pollen Forecast in Southend-on-Sea Today — Pollen Levels & Allergy Risk