University of Worcester's pollen forecast and fungal spore forecast for the UK.
Weekly pollen and fungal spore forecast summary
Forecast to Friday 13th February 2026, for West Midlands: Pollen: early tree pollen low to moderate; Spores: low to high for aspergillus/penicillium types.
Grass Pollen Count - Low
Grass pollen risk will be very low or zero until next Spring.
Tree Pollen Count - Moderate
Hazel tree pollen currently airborne with some alder and cypress pollen too. 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 - High
A high risk from Aspergillus/penicillium types is possible during dry, mild days but the risk will often be low due to high humidity.
Weed Pollen Count - Low
Weed pollen risk pollen risk will be very low or zero until next Spring.
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