Aliwal North pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Aliwal North is low; cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, plane, and nettle are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) eucalyptus remains low, mugwort remains low, plane remains low, nettle remains low, cypress increasing, mulberry increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, plane, and nettle will decrease; grass and oak will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 14/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 13/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 20/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 13/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 11/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| 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 | 26/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 23/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Aliwal North lies roughly 380 km north-northeast of Gqeberha. Aliwal North's semi-arid Karoo setting features camel thorn acacia, hardy scrub, and sparse grassland as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between limited irrigated green spaces and the more open, arid surrounding landscape shaped by sheep and ostrich farming operations, consistent with the wider semi-arid Karoo landscape that shapes daily exposure across the surrounding plains.
Karoo scrub and acacia mark a brief pollen season at Aliwal North from August through October, tied closely to the spring growing period after the dry winter. The area's sheep and ostrich farming operations and generally low rainfall mean pollen stays low outside this narrow window most years, a pattern typical of the wider semi-arid Karoo interior.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Eastern Cape
Is pollen high in Aliwal North right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Aliwal North are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and urtica remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Aliwal North tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Aliwal North will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels, urtica at low levels and cypress, morus increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Aliwal North this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and urtica pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Aliwal North?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Aliwal North. cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and urtica are also present but at lower levels. grass and oak are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Aliwal North?
How often is the Aliwal North pollen forecast updated?
The Aliwal North pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Aliwal North 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 Aliwal North 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 Aliwal North, 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 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
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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