Centre for Environmental Health and Sustainability

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 23 September 2026.

 

 

bar chart showing moderate levels of fungal spores next to an image of mushrooms
Fungal spores levels have been low to moderate (15 - 21 Sep). Harvesting activity elevate local levels (23 Sep).
bar chart showing low weed pollen levels next to an image of nettle

Weed pollen season has come to an end. Reporting will continue next year in May (23 Sep). 

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

Grass pollen season is has ended. Reporting will start up again in May 2027. (20 Aug).

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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