Olifantshoek Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Olifantshoek is moderate; eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) cypress remains low, eucalyptus remains moderate, mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, grass at low levels, mugwort at low levels, nettle at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week eucalyptus, grass, mugwort, nettle, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase; cypress will decrease; oak, mulberry, and plane will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 38/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 37/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 42/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 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 | 12/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 41/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 39/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 44/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around the heart of Olifantshoek is open grassland, with a good deal of scrubland. Around here, open grassland adds grass and weed pollen; scrubland contributes pollen from shrubs, grasses and herbs. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load. Pollen also travels on the wind, so vegetation in the wider surroundings adds to local levels as well.
Grass pollen follows, peaking in mid-spring and easing off by early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in summer, often giving short breaks from high pollen 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 Northern Cape
Is pollen high in Olifantshoek right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Olifantshoek are moderate. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Olifantshoek tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Olifantshoek will be different from today, with grass at low levels, urtica at low levels, artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, myrtle at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Olifantshoek this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass, urtica, artemisia, and myrtle pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Olifantshoek?
On 10 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Olifantshoek. cypress are also present but at lower levels. platanus, grass, oak, urtica, artemisia, and morus are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Olifantshoek?
How often is the Olifantshoek pollen forecast updated?
The Olifantshoek pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Olifantshoek 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 Olifantshoek 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 Olifantshoek, 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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