UK heatwave: Where are pollen levels going to be the highest this week?

EnvironmentHealth & Fitness
6 Jul 2026 • 8:46 PM MYT
The Independent
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UK heatwave: Where are pollen levels going to be the highest this week?

  • The Met Office has issued its pollen forecast for the coming week, as temperatures are forecast to reach 34C in south east England.
  • London and Cardiff are set to face very high levels of pollen on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, while Leeds will experience high levels during the same period.
  • Meanwhile, Edinburgh will face increasing levels throughout the week, reaching a high on Thursday.
  • The West Midlands and south west England can also expect very high levels of pollen from Tuesday until Thursday.
  • According to the NHS, there are a number of steps hay fever sufferers can take to manage their symptoms, such as vacuuming or wearing “wraparound sunglasses”.
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