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Pollen and Spore Counts

This page is dedicated to reporting the pollen and fungal spore levels in the East Midlands, paying particular mention to those known to be allergenic.

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This page will be updated regularly in the peak season (June/August) and as and when necessary outside these months. 

The information provided is for the interest of, and use by, the general public only. Last updated 11 June 2026.

 

 

bar chart showing low grass levels next to an image of grass

Grass pollen dropped to low levels yesterday (10 June) Grass pollen levels are likely to rise with temperature as we progress through June. (11 June)

bar chart showing moderate levels of fungal spores next to an image of mushrooms
Fungal spores reached moderate levels over the last week (02-08 June). On dryer days Cladosporium was above the allergenic threshold. (11 June)
bar chart showing low weed pollen levels next to an image of nettle

Yesterday saw low levels of nettle pollen in the air. Dryer weather is likely to see levels of nettle and other weed pollens rise again.  (11 June) 

bar chart showing low levels of tree pollen next to an image of a tree
Tree pollen levels remain low in Leicester as the season is coming to an end. Elder, oak, pine and yew were recorded. (27 May).

 

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