Klerksdorp pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Klerksdorp is low; cypress and platanus are low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains low. Over the following five days cypress and platanus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Klerksdorp's North West Highveld setting features acacia thornveld, eucalyptus, and willow as the main tree pollen sources alongside mixed Highveld grassland. Exposure varies between the greener residential areas and the more built-up mining and commercial corridors, while the Schoonspruit River corridor provides locally significant green space and the surrounding Highveld grassland contributes substantial grass pollen during the summer rainfall season.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    12/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Artemisia:

    None

    0/100

  • Morus:

    None

    0/100

  • Platanus:

    Low

    1/100

  • 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 - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    6/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Artemisia:

    None

    0/100

  • Morus:

    None

    0/100

  • Platanus:

    None

    0/100

  • Urtica:

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Klerksdorp right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Klerksdorp are low. Platanus is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Klerksdorp tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Klerksdorp will be different from today, with cypress at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Klerksdorp this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Klerksdorp?

On 25 June 2026, Platanus is the dominant pollen source in Klerksdorp. cypress are also present but at lower levels. urtica, artemisia, morus, and myrtle are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Klerksdorp?
Klerksdorp's North West Highveld season opens in August with acacia and eucalyptus before grass from surrounding Highveld farmland peaks through October and November. The Schoonspruit River corridor contributes locally significant riparian pollen, while the dry winter months suppress most pollen production and the summer rainfall pattern concentrates the main season in spring and early summer throughout this North West city.
How often is the Klerksdorp pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Klerksdorp 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 Klerksdorp 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 Klerksdorp, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

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