Durban pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Durban is low; cypress is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Durban’s pollen season is year-round, dominated by grasses with peaks in spring and summer — with coastal bush and agriculture adding to regional loads, while sea breezes moderate levels at the coast and higher concentrations occur inland.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    15/100

  • 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

  • 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 - 10 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    8/100

  • 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

  • Urtica:

    None

    0/100

Air quality in Durban

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Pollen forecast for neighborhoods and landmarks in Durban

Amanzimtoti Bellair Berea Bluff Cato Manor Chatsworth Glenwood Hillcrest KwaMashu Manor Gardens Morningside Musgrave Overport Phoenix Reservoir Hills Sherwood Springfield Springfield Park Sydenham Umbilo Umhlanga Umlazi uShaka Marine World Westville Woodlands (Durban)

Sports venues in Durban

Durban Country Club – Championship Course Kings Park Stadium Kingsmead Cricket Ground Moses Mabhida Stadium Mount Edgecombe Country Club – The Lakes Course Mount Edgecombe Country Club – The Woods Course Papwa Sewgolum Golf Course Prince's Grant Golf Estate – Championship Course Selborne Golf Estate – Championship Course Umhlali Country Club – Championship Course Zimbali Country Club – Championship Course

Pollen and air quality along routes in Durban

Amanzimtoti parkrun Ballito parkrun Blue Lagoon parkrun Cannibals Cave parkrun Durban Point parkrun Dusi parkrun East Coast Brewery parkrun Fig Tree parkrun Harrismith parkrun Hilton parkrun Hluhluwe parkrun Ladysmith parkrun Lynnfield parkrun Mthatha parkrun Mtunzini parkrun North Beach parkrun Nottingham Road parkrun Piggly Wiggly parkrun Pongola parkrun Red Point Church parkrun Richards Bay parkrun Shongweni parkrun Thousand Hills parkrun Tinley Manor parkrun Umfolozi parkrun Umhlanga parkrun Uvongo Parkrun Vryheid parkrun Westville parkrun Winterton parkrun

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Durban right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Durban are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Durban tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Durban will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Durban this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Durban?

On 9 August 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Durban. artemisia, morus, myrtle, platanus, oak, and urtica are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Durban?
Durban's pollen season follows the Southern Hemisphere spring and summer pattern, with tree pollen from indigenous bush, acacia, and introduced species opening the season from August through October. Grass pollen peaks from September through January in the warm, humid subtropical climate. The Indian Ocean coastal position means onshore breezes can periodically disperse pollen, while the year-round warmth means the season is longer than in southern African cities.
How often is the Durban pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Durban 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 Durban 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 Durban, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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