Khayelitsha pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (9 August) pollen in Khayelitsha is low; cypress and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains low, mugwort increasing. 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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Khayelitsha's coastal urban setting on the Cape Flats features fynbos shrubland and introduced acacia and eucalyptus as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between greener areas and the densely built township. Surrounding Cape fynbos and coastal dune vegetation contribute substantial scrub and grass pollen, while onshore southerly winds from False Bay frequently disperse pollen across the area.
Today - 9 August
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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
3/100
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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
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
22/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
None
0/100
-
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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
11/100
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Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Oak (Quercus):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Medium
32/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
-
Plane (Platanus):
None
0/100
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Urtica:
None
0/100
Air quality in Khayelitsha
View air qualityFrequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Khayelitsha right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Khayelitsha are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Khayelitsha tomorrow?
On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Khayelitsha will be different from today, with cypress at low levels and artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Khayelitsha this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, artemisia, and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Khayelitsha?
On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Khayelitsha. cypress are also present but at lower levels. morus, myrtle, platanus, oak, and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Khayelitsha?
How often is the Khayelitsha pollen forecast updated?
The Khayelitsha pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Khayelitsha 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 Khayelitsha 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 Khayelitsha, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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