Dundee pollen forecast — Rorke's Drift neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Rorke's Drift, Dundee is low; mugwort and nettle are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort no longer expected, nettle no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort and nettle will increase; cypress, eucalyptus, grass, oak, mulberry, and plane 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 17/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 17/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Rorke's Drift lies roughly 190 km north-northwest of Durban. Rorke's Drift's vegetation draws on acacia thornveld and eucalyptus within town, giving way to rolling Natal grassland across the surrounding farmland. Nearby dairy and forestry farming operations adds further variety, while the area's elevated, cooler climate shapes a distinctly Midlands character, consistent with the wider KwaZulu-Natal Midlands landscape that shapes daily exposure across the wider Midlands district.
At Rorke's Drift, acacia thornveld opens the Midlands pollen season in August, with grassland and farmland grass pollen peaking through November and December. The area's dairy and forestry farming operations and cool inland climate combine to keep the dry winter months largely free of pollen, a pattern typical of the wider KwaZulu-Natal Midlands region.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in KwaZulu-Natal
Is pollen high in Dundee right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Dundee are low. Urtica is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Dundee tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Dundee will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Dundee this week?
According to the five-day outlook, urtica and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Dundee?
On 20 September 2026, Urtica is the dominant pollen source in Dundee. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. myrtle, platanus, grass, oak, cypress, and morus are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Dundee?
How often is the Dundee pollen forecast updated?
The Dundee pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Dundee 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 Dundee 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 Dundee, 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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