Cradock pollen forecast — Mountain Zebra National Park neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Mountain Zebra National Park, Cradock is low; cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, mulberry, plane, and nettle are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week oak and mugwort will increase; cypress, mulberry, plane, and nettle will decrease; eucalyptus and grass 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 | 20/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 18/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 18/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 21/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 21/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 20/100 |
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 | 9/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 8/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Mountain Zebra National Park lies roughly 180 km north of Gqeberha. Sparse grassland and camel thorn acacia make up most of the vegetation at Mountain Zebra National Park, 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.
Mountain Zebra National Park'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 Cradock right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Cradock are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while morus, myrtle, platanus, oak, urtica, and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cradock tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Cradock will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, morus at low levels, myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels, oak at low levels, urtica at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cradock this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, morus, platanus, and urtica pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while oak and artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cradock?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Cradock. morus, myrtle, platanus, oak, urtica, and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cradock?
How often is the Cradock pollen forecast updated?
The Cradock pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cradock 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 Cradock 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 Cradock, 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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