Noordhoek pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Noordhoek is moderate; cypress and mugwort are moderate; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress, eucalyptus, and mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Nearby, in the wider area, river oak crowds the water's edge here, a well-known contributor to local casuarina pollen counts. Local wind exposure and land use can shift the exact mix slightly from block to block. Actual counts still shift year to year with temperature, rainfall, and prevailing wind. Local readings for the surrounding area tend to follow this same general pattern.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Moderate

    30/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    7/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    41/100

  • Mulberry (Morus):

    None

    0/100

  • Plane (Platanus):

    None

    0/100

  • Nettle (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 - 31 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Moderate

    37/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    14/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    47/100

  • Mulberry (Morus):

    None

    0/100

  • Plane (Platanus):

    None

    0/100

  • Nettle (Urtica):

    None

    0/100

Air quality in Noordhoek

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Noordhoek right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Noordhoek are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Noordhoek tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Noordhoek will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels, artemisia at moderate levels, cypress at moderate levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Noordhoek 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 Noordhoek?

On 30 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Noordhoek. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. morus, platanus, grass, oak, and urtica are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Noordhoek?
Near the bank, river oak leads the seasonal calendar, usually peaking sometime between January and March. Grass pollen builds through spring and peaks in May, before gradually tapering off through the peak of summer into August. Year-to-year timing varies a little, though the general sequence stays fairly consistent here. Actual peak timing can drift earlier or later depending on how the season's weather plays out.
How often is the Noordhoek pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Noordhoek 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 Noordhoek 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 Noordhoek, 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: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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