Solms-Delta Wine Estate, Franschhoek Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Solms-Delta Wine Estate, Franschhoek is moderate; nettle is moderate; grass, mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) nettle remains moderate, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mugwort, mulberry, plane, nettle, and mold (alternaria) will increase; mold (cladosporium) will decrease; oak will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| 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) | Low | 1/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Moderate | 39/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 2/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 3/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 October
| 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) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 3/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 49% of the area near this part of Franschhoek is scrubland, with a good deal of open water and some open grassland. Grasses add a sizeable share of the local pollen. Locally, scrubland contributes pollen from shrubs, grasses and herbs. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Then come the grasses, strongest in late spring and fading by early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Winter is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. Actual levels on any given day depend on the weather, with dry, breezy days the worst and wet days the mildest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Western Cape
Is pollen high in Franschhoek right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Franschhoek are moderate. Urtica is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Franschhoek tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Franschhoek will be different from today, with urtica at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Franschhoek this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, platanus, grass, urtica, artemisia, cypress, and morus pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Franschhoek?
On 11 October 2026, Urtica is the dominant pollen source in Franschhoek. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. myrtle, platanus, oak, cypress, and morus are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Franschhoek?
How often is the Franschhoek pollen forecast updated?
The Franschhoek pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Franschhoek 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 Franschhoek 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 Franschhoek, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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