Alexandria Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Alexandria is moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, nettle, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; grass and mulberry are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mold (cladosporium) will increase; cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mugwort, mulberry, nettle, and mold (alternaria) will decrease; oak and plane will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 42/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 10/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Moderate | 50/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 35/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 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) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 30/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 43/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 66% of the area near the heart of Alexandria is open grassland, with some woodland. Around here, tree cover makes trees an important source; open grassland adds grass and weed pollen. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds. Wind carries pollen over long distances, so the wider landscape also shapes what arrives here.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. 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 Eastern Cape
Is pollen high in Alexandria right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Alexandria are moderate. Urtica is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia, cypress, myrtle, morus, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Alexandria tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Alexandria will be similar to today, with urtica at moderate levels, artemisia at moderate levels, cypress at moderate levels, morus at low levels, myrtle at moderate levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Alexandria this week?
According to the five-day outlook, urtica, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Alexandria?
On 10 October 2026, Urtica is the dominant pollen source in Alexandria. artemisia, cypress, myrtle, morus, and grass are also present but at lower levels. oak and platanus are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Alexandria?
How often is the Alexandria pollen forecast updated?
The Alexandria pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Alexandria 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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria, 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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