New Brighton, Gqeberha Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in New Brighton, Gqeberha is low; grass, mugwort, nettle, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, nettle, and mold (alternaria) will decrease; cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mulberry, plane, and mold (cladosporium) will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 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 | 8/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 6/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 7/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 3/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 7/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 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) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 6/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 76% of the area near this part of Gqeberha is open water, with some built-up land. With much of the immediate area made up of open water, local pollen production is limited, though pollen can still drift in from surrounding land. Grasses growing in the surroundings are the main non-tree source of pollen.
Then come the grasses, strongest in mid-spring and fading by mid-fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Warm, damp weather from mid-spring into mid-fall also raises mold spore levels. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Eastern Cape
Is pollen high in Gqeberha right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Gqeberha are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while urtica and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Gqeberha tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Gqeberha will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, urtica at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Gqeberha this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, urtica, and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Gqeberha?
On 10 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Gqeberha. urtica and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. morus, myrtle, platanus, oak, and cypress 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.
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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