Bhongweni, Kokstad Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Bhongweni, Kokstad is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, mulberry, and plane are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) cypress remains low, eucalyptus remains low, oak remains low, mugwort remains low, mulberry remains low, plane remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, mold (alternaria) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, and plane will increase; mulberry, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass and nettle will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 10/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 7/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 8/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 14/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 10/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 October
| 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 | 9/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 26/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 77% of the area near this location in Kokstad is open grassland. In the immediate area, open grassland adds grass and weed pollen. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds. Pollen also travels on the wind, so vegetation in the wider surroundings adds to local levels as well.
Grasses take over in late spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Warm, damp weather from early summer into early fall also raises mold spore levels. Actual levels on any given day depend on the weather, with dry, breezy days the worst and wet days the mildest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in KwaZulu-Natal
Is pollen high in Kokstad right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Kokstad are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while platanus, oak, artemisia, cypress, and morus remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Kokstad tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Kokstad will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels, oak at low levels, artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, morus at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kokstad this week?
According to the five-day outlook, morus pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while myrtle, platanus, oak, artemisia, and cypress pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kokstad?
On 11 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Kokstad. platanus, oak, artemisia, cypress, and morus are also present but at lower levels. grass and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kokstad?
How often is the Kokstad pollen forecast updated?
The Kokstad pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kokstad 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 Kokstad 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 Kokstad, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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