Nkangala pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Nkangala is low; cypress, eucalyptus, 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, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, and plane will decrease; grass, oak, 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 | 22/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 19/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 9/100 |
| 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 | 23/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, in the surrounding area, has a stretch of acacia and eucalyptus lines the water, feeding some of spring's earliest pollen. Ground-level conditions like local landscaping can nudge these figures slightly either way. Nearby weather stations report comparable trends across the broader stretch of the county. Small shifts in elevation or soil type can move these figures a little either way.
The bank's acacia and eucalyptus kick off the pollen season ahead of the rest, usually peaking sometime between late winter and the end of September. Late spring sees grass pollen build steadily toward a peak in December, handing off to ragweed, which peaks from mid-February through April. Exact peak dates shift by a few weeks year to year depending on temperature and rainfall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Mpumalanga
Is pollen high in Nkangala right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Nkangala are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, morus, myrtle, and platanus remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Nkangala tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Nkangala will be similar to today, with 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 Nkangala this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, and platanus pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Nkangala?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Nkangala. cypress, morus, myrtle, and platanus are also present but at lower levels. oak, urtica, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Nkangala?
How often is the Nkangala pollen forecast updated?
The Nkangala pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Nkangala 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 Nkangala 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 Nkangala, 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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