University of Worcester's pollen forecast and fungal spore forecast for the UK.
Weekly pollen and fungal spore forecast summary
Forecast to Friday 9th January 2026, for West Midlands: Pollen: hazel pollen low to moderate; Spores: Moderate for basidiospores and aspergillus/penicillium types.
Grass Pollen Count - Low
Grass pollen risk will remain very low or zero until next Spring.
Tree Pollen Count - Moderate
Some hazel trees are responding to recent mild weather and releasing pollen. However, the risk will mainly be low during this forecast period, with a moderate risk on mild days for anyone in close proximity to any of the trees that have yellow catkins.
Fungal Spore Levels - Moderate
This forecast period will have a moderate spore risk, mainly from basidiospores (moderate allergen) and some aspergillus/penicillium types during dry, sunny days. As we move into late December/early January the risk from Aspergillus/Penicillium spores will increase (with the higher risk on dry, milder days).
Weed Pollen Count - Low
Weed pollen risk pollen risk will remain very low or zero until next Spring.
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