Benoni pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (25 June) pollen in Benoni is low; cypress and platanus are low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and platanus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Benoni's East Rand Highveld setting features eucalyptus, acacia, and weeping willow as the main tree pollen sources alongside Highveld grassland, with exposure varying between the greener Lakeside residential areas and the more built-up commercial and industrial corridors. The Kleinfontein Lake and Rynfield corridors provide locally significant green space, while the surrounding Highveld grassland contributes substantial grass pollen during summer.
Today - 25 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
5/100
-
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Artemisia:
None
0/100
-
Morus:
None
0/100
-
Platanus:
Low
6/100
-
Urtica:
None
0/100
High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.
Tomorrow - 26 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
6/100
-
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Artemisia:
None
0/100
-
Morus:
None
0/100
-
Platanus:
Low
6/100
-
Urtica:
None
0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Benoni right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Benoni are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while platanus remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Benoni tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Benoni will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, platanus at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Benoni this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, morus, platanus, and urtica pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Benoni?
On 25 June 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Benoni. platanus are also present but at lower levels. morus, myrtle, urtica, and artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Benoni?
How often is the Benoni pollen forecast updated?
The Benoni pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Benoni 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 Benoni 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 Benoni, 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.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Benoni.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
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