Groblersdal pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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Groblersdal lies roughly 140 km south of Polokwane. At Groblersdal, mopane and acacia thornveld define much of the bushveld vegetation, with denser tree cover found away from the built-up centre. The area's citrus and subtropical farming operations shapes the wider savanna landscape, and grass pollen rises sharply through the warm, wet summer months that follow, consistent with the broader bushveld savanna environment.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Medium

    32/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • 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):

    Low

    4/100

  • 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):

    Medium

    33/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    2/100

  • 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):

    Low

    5/100

  • Urtica:

    None

    0/100

Air quality in Groblersdal

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Groblersdal right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Groblersdal are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and platanus remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Groblersdal tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Groblersdal will be similar to today, with cypress at medium levels, myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Groblersdal this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Groblersdal?

On 9 August 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Groblersdal. myrtle and platanus are also present but at lower levels. urtica, artemisia, morus, and oak are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Groblersdal?
Pollen from acacia and bushveld trees builds through August and September at Groblersdal, tapering off as grass takes over from October through February. The subtropical climate ties pollen closely to the spring flush, and the area's citrus and subtropical farming operations adds to the mix of vegetation and land use nearby, a pattern typical of the broader bushveld climate.
How often is the Groblersdal pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Groblersdal 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 Groblersdal 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 Groblersdal, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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