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  • Today : Cooler, fresher air across much of the UK leads to Low air pollution for most areas of the country. Small areas of Moderate air pollution remain in the south/southeast of England where the very warm and sunny conditions continue through Saturday. Locally there may be High levels of air pollution in the vicinity and downwind of any fires.
  • Tomorrow : Low air pollution expected across all areas of the UK except the far southeast. Locally High air pollution may develop as a result of ongoing wildfires.
  • Outlook : Low air pollution levels are expected as fresher, unsettled conditions remain across the UK. Locally fires may still lead to Moderate or High air pollution levels in places.

Issued at 15/08/2026 6am

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Updated at 15/08/2026 13:00

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