Kempton Park pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kempton Park is low; cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, mulberry, and plane are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, oak, and plane will increase; eucalyptus and mugwort will decrease; grass, mulberry, and nettle will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 14/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 16/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 17/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 25/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 22/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 17/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Kempton Park's East Rand Highveld setting features eucalyptus, jacaranda, and acacia as the main tree pollen sources alongside Highveld grassland, with exposure varying between the greener residential neighborhoods and the more built-up commercial corridors along Pretoria Road. The Kempton Park Lake corridor provides locally significant green space, while the surrounding Highveld grassland contributes substantial grass pollen during the summer rainfall season.
Kempton Park's East Rand Highveld season opens in August with jacaranda and eucalyptus before grass from surrounding Highveld grassland peaks through November and December. The Kempton Park Lake corridor contributes locally significant riparian pollen, while the dry Highveld winter suppresses most pollen and the summer rainfall pattern concentrates the main season in spring and early summer throughout this East Rand city.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Gauteng
Is pollen high in Kempton Park right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kempton Park are low. Oak is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, and platanus remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Kempton Park tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kempton Park will be similar to today, with oak at low levels, artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, morus at low levels, myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kempton Park this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while oak, cypress, and platanus pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kempton Park?
On 20 September 2026, Oak is the dominant pollen source in Kempton Park. artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, and platanus are also present but at lower levels. grass and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kempton Park?
How often is the Kempton Park pollen forecast updated?
The Kempton Park pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kempton Park 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 Kempton Park 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 Kempton Park, 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 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
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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