Bloemfontein pollen forecast — Bloemfontein Golf Club neighborhood

Updated: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST

Pollen Today

Low 12/100

Today (20 September) pollen in Bloemfontein Golf Club, Bloemfontein is low; cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, plane, and nettle are low.

Pollen Tomorrow

Low 19/100

Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.

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
12/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Low
8/100
Grass (Poaceae)
None
0/100
Oak (Quercus)
None
0/100
Willow (Salicaceae)
None
0/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
Low
8/100
Mulberry (Morus)
Low
11/100
Plane (Platanus)
Low
8/100
Nettle (Urtica)
Low
6/100

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
19/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Low
14/100
Grass (Poaceae)
None
0/100
Oak (Quercus)
None
0/100
Willow (Salicaceae)
None
0/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
Low
15/100
Mulberry (Morus)
Low
17/100
Plane (Platanus)
Low
15/100
Nettle (Urtica)
Low
12/100
ENVIRONMENT & ANALYSIS

Local Environmental Conditions

Bloemfontein Golf Club carries the typical Highveld mix: acacia and eucalyptus lining residential streets, grassland taking over past the edge of town, and maize, sunflower, and grain farming operations filling out the wider landscape beyond. Pollen exposure tracks this pattern closely, higher near remaining tree cover, lower on the open grass plains. This pattern holds true across most of the surrounding Highveld plateau.

August ushers in acacia and eucalyptus pollen at Bloemfontein Golf Club, giving way to a Highveld grassland peak by October and November, framed by the area's maize, sunflower, and grain farming operations. Winter stays largely pollen-free until the spring rains break the dry spell. This mirrors the broader seasonal pattern seen across much of the Highveld region.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Free State

Is pollen high in Bloemfontein right now?

On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Bloemfontein are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while platanus, urtica, artemisia, cypress, and morus remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Bloemfontein tomorrow?

On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Bloemfontein will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels, urtica at low levels, artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, morus at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Bloemfontein this week?

According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, platanus, urtica, 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 Bloemfontein?

On 20 September 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Bloemfontein. platanus, urtica, artemisia, cypress, and morus are also present but at lower levels. grass and oak are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Bloemfontein?
August ushers in acacia and eucalyptus pollen at Bloemfontein Golf Club, giving way to a Highveld grassland peak by October and November, framed by the area's maize, sunflower, and grain farming operations. Winter stays largely pollen-free until the spring rains break the dry spell. This mirrors the broader seasonal pattern seen across much of the Highveld region.
How often is the Bloemfontein pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Bloemfontein 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 Bloemfontein 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 Bloemfontein, 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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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. This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Bloemfontein.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Our forecasts utilize high-resolution satellite imagery from the Copernicus Sentinel-5P mission combined with a proprietary network of ground-based IoT sensors. Pollen forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset in a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

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Disclaimer

The information provided is for environmental awareness only and does not constitute medical advice. Athletes with known respiratory conditions or severe allergies should consult their physician before participating in strenuous outdoor activities based on these forecasts.

Some text on this page may be generated or summarised using artificial intelligence (AI). Wherever possible, AI-generated content is enriched with Airmine's proprietary data to improve its accuracy and relevance. However, AI-generated content may still contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.