Barkly East pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Barkly East is low; cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, mulberry, and plane are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, mulberry, and plane will decrease; grass and nettle 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 | 6/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 7/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 7/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 12/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 10/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 6/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
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) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Barkly East lies roughly 380 km north-northeast of Gqeberha. Sparse grassland and camel thorn acacia make up most of the vegetation at Barkly East, with exposure limited mainly to the town's irrigated gardens against the arid backdrop beyond. The district's sheep and ostrich farming operations adds to a landscape shaped fundamentally by the region's low rainfall, consistent with the wider semi-arid Karoo landscape.
Barkly East's pollen year is dominated by a narrow spring peak, as acacia and scrub flower from August ahead of grass through September and October. Beyond that window, the arid climate and the area's sheep and ostrich farming operations keep pollen production minimal for the remaining months of the year, 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 Barkly East right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Barkly East are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while platanus, oak, artemisia, cypress, and morus remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Barkly East tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Barkly East will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels, oak at low levels, artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, morus at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Barkly East this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, platanus, oak, artemisia, cypress, and morus pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Barkly East?
On 20 September 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Barkly East. platanus, oak, artemisia, cypress, and morus are also present but at lower levels. grass and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Barkly East?
How often is the Barkly East pollen forecast updated?
The Barkly East pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Barkly East 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 Barkly East 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 Barkly East, 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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