Bethal pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Bethal is none Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. 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

Bethal's Mpumalanga Highveld agricultural setting features acacia, eucalyptus, and Highveld grassland as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between the limited residential green spaces and the more open agricultural and commercial areas around the town centre. The Vaal tributary wetlands provide locally significant riparian vegetation, while the surrounding Highveld maize and sunflower farmland contributes substantial grass and crop pollen throughout the summer rainfall season.

Today - 25 June

  • 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

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Artemisia:

    None

    0/100

  • Morus:

    None

    0/100

  • Platanus:

    None

    0/100

  • 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

  • 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

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Artemisia:

    None

    0/100

  • Morus:

    None

    0/100

  • Platanus:

    None

    0/100

  • Urtica:

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Bethal right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Bethal.

Will pollen levels change in Bethal tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Bethal will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Bethal this week?

According to the five-day outlook, platanus, urtica, cypress, and morus pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Bethal?

On 25 June 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Bethal.

When is pollen season in Bethal?
Bethal's Mpumalanga Highveld agricultural season opens in August with acacia and eucalyptus before grass and crop pollen from surrounding maize and sunflower farmland peaks intensely through November and December. The Vaal tributary wetlands contribute locally significant riparian pollen, while the dry winter months suppress most pollen production and the summer rainfall pattern concentrates the main season in spring and early summer throughout.
How often is the Bethal pollen forecast updated?

The Bethal pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Bethal 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 Bethal 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 Bethal, 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, 09:00 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Bethal.

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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