Weekly pollen and fungal spore forecast summary

Forecast to Friday 1st May 2026, for West Midlands forecast region: Pollen: tree pollen moderate; Spores: Moderate.

Grass Pollen Count - Low

 Pollen forecast for grass with a low green pollen count.

Meadow foxtail and sweet vernal grass are now flowering with a generally low risk. The pollen will be airborne on days above 15°C, and may affect those who are sensitive to these early-flowering species. The main grass pollen season will start from mid-May.

Tree Pollen Count - Moderate

 Pollen forecast for trees with a high orange pollen count.

Birch pollen now at a low risk. Oak pollen at a generally moderate risk.

Fungal Spore Levels - Moderate

 Pollen forecast for spores with a high orange pollen count.

Pleospora will be rising to peak risk, especially during warm weather, but this is a milder allergen for most spore sufferers.

Weed Pollen Count - Low

 Pollen forecast for weeds with a low green pollen count.

Weed pollen will remain low for now.

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