Gqeberha pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (16 July) pollen in Gqeberha is low; cypress and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Gqeberha's coastal urban vegetation, including the Baakens River valley and the beachfront green corridor, features coastal fynbos, introduced acacia, and eucalyptus as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up harbour and commercial areas. Surrounding Eastern Cape fynbos and coastal scrubland contribute substantial scrub and grass pollen, while the strong onshore Indian Ocean winds can periodically disperse pollen across the city.
Today - 16 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
18/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
1/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
None
0/100
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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 - 17 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
18/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
1/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
None
0/100
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Urtica:
None
0/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Gqeberha right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Gqeberha are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Gqeberha tomorrow?
On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Gqeberha will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Gqeberha this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Gqeberha?
On 16 July 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Gqeberha. cypress are also present but at lower levels. urtica, morus, and platanus are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Gqeberha?
How often is the Gqeberha pollen forecast updated?
The Gqeberha pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Gqeberha 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 Gqeberha 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 Gqeberha, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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