Vosloorus Extension, Alberton Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Vosloorus Extension, Alberton is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; mold (alternaria) is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, mulberry, and plane will increase; mold (alternaria) will decrease; grass, nettle, and mold (cladosporium) will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 23/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 26/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This location in Alberton is surrounded mainly by built-up land, with a good deal of open grassland. In the immediate area, open grassland adds grass and weed pollen; street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Spring is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. Within each of these periods, warm, dry and windy days push levels higher, while rain clears the air.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Gauteng
Is pollen high in Alberton right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Alberton.
Will pollen levels change in Alberton tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Alberton will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Alberton this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and oak pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Alberton?
On 11 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Alberton.
When is pollen season in Alberton?
How often is the Alberton pollen forecast updated?
The Alberton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Alberton come from nearby or far away?
Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.
Are pollen levels in Alberton based on measurements or forecasts?
Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.
Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Alberton, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.
This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.
Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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