Pollen Forecast Birmingham — September 22, 2026
Live pollen levels for hay fever and allergy sufferers in Birmingham, United Kingdom
Today's Pollen Levels in Birmingham
Today's Forecast Conditions
Pollen concentrations in Birmingham are barely measurable today, September 22, 2026. Nearly all allergy sufferers should feel comfortable outdoors.
This is a very good day for outdoor plans. Most people with seasonal allergies will experience little or no symptoms. Light exercise and extended time outside are fine.
7-Day Pollen Forecast for Birmingham
Pollen Season in Birmingham
Birmingham sits inland on the Midlands plateau with no coast to ventilate it, so pollen tends to settle over the city rather than being cleared by a sea breeze. The temperate maritime climate gives a long, overlapping season. Hazel and alder start things off in January and February, followed by ash and the city's many London planes in early spring. Birch is the main tree trigger, peaking in the last week of April and fading by mid-May; Sutton Park's heath and birch woodland, the Lickey Hills and Edgbaston's mature gardens are the places you feel it most. Grass pollen dominates from late May through July and is the biggest problem for most local sufferers, aggravated by prevailing south-westerly winds that carry pollen in from Worcestershire and Shropshire pasture and by unmown meadow at Woodgate Valley, Sandwell Valley and Cannon Hill Park. Nettle, dock and mugwort follow into August and September, alongside mould spores from damp leaf litter along the canal network. The city's urban heat island can nudge flowering a few days earlier than the surrounding countryside.
- From late May to July, keep bedroom windows shut in the early morning and again in the evening, when grass pollen released in the countryside drifts into the city and settles as the air cools.
- If you run or cycle the canal towpaths or the Rea Valley Route, go mid-afternoon rather than at dawn, and rinse your hair before bed so you are not sleeping on a day's worth of pollen.
- Check the Midlands regional forecast rather than a national one, and ask a pharmacist about starting a preventive routine a couple of weeks before your usual trigger — mid-April for birch, mid-May for grass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pollen count in Birmingham today?
Today, September 22, 2026, the dominant pollen in Birmingham is Grass at Low levels. The maximum recorded value is 0.1 grains/m³. PollenPal updates this data daily.
When is hay fever season in Birmingham?
The main hay fever season in Birmingham runs from May to July. Tree pollens (birch, alder) typically start the season, followed by grass pollen which is the most common allergen trigger. Mugwort and other weeds can extend symptoms into late summer.
What pollen is high in Birmingham right now?
As of September 22, 2026, the highest pollen type in Birmingham is Grass (Low). You can track all four pollen types — birch, grass, alder, and mugwort — on this page, updated every day.
Is birch pollen high in Birmingham today?
Birch pollen in Birmingham today (September 22, 2026) is at Low levels (0.0 grains/m³). Birch season in Birmingham typically peaks in spring. For personalised birch pollen alerts, download the PollenPal app.
How do I reduce hay fever symptoms in Birmingham?
To reduce hay fever symptoms in Birmingham: check the daily pollen forecast and take antihistamines before heading outside on high-count days. Wear wrap-around sunglasses, shower after spending time outdoors, and keep windows closed during peak hours (11:00–16:00). The PollenPal app provides hourly pollen forecasts and personalised alerts for Birmingham and other European cities.
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