Grahamstown pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (30 August) pollen in Grahamstown is moderate; cypress and mugwort are moderate. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains moderate, mugwort remains moderate, eucalyptus at low levels. Over the following five days cypress, eucalyptus, and mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Grahamstown's Eastern Cape 1820 Settler setting features acacia, exotic garden trees, and Eastern Cape thicket as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between the wooded Rhodes University campus and the more built-up historic downtown commercial corridors. The Bloukrans River corridor provides locally significant green space, while the Rhodes University botanical garden contributes distinctive ornamental tree pollen and the surrounding Eastern Cape bushveld extends additional pollen across the historic settler city.
Today - 30 August
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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):
Moderate
29/100
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Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
None
0/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
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Oak (Quercus):
None
0/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Moderate
26/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
None
0/100
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Nettle (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 - 31 August
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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):
Moderate
50/100
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Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
Low
14/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
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Oak (Quercus):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Moderate
50/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
None
0/100
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Nettle (Urtica):
None
0/100
Air quality in Grahamstown
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Grahamstown right now?
On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Grahamstown are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Grahamstown tomorrow?
On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Grahamstown will be different from today, with artemisia at moderate levels, cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Grahamstown this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Grahamstown?
On 30 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Grahamstown. cypress are also present but at lower levels. urtica, morus, myrtle, platanus, grass, and oak are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Grahamstown?
How often is the Grahamstown pollen forecast updated?
The Grahamstown pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown, 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: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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