Oudtshoorn pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (25 June) pollen in Oudtshoorn is low; cypress and artemisia are low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and artemisia will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Oudtshoorn's Klein Karoo Olifants River valley setting features acacia, olive, and Karoo scrub as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between the Swartberg and Outeniqua Mountain slopes above and the more built-up commercial corridors in the valley below. The Olifants River corridor provides locally significant riparian vegetation, while the surrounding Klein Karoo semi-arid landscape contributes distinctive succulent scrub pollen quite different from the coastal Garden Route cities.
Today - 25 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
18/100
-
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Artemisia:
Low
12/100
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Morus:
None
0/100
-
Platanus:
None
0/100
-
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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
25/100
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Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Artemisia:
Low
18/100
-
Morus:
None
0/100
-
Platanus:
None
0/100
-
Urtica:
None
0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Oudtshoorn right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Oudtshoorn are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Oudtshoorn tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Oudtshoorn will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Oudtshoorn this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Oudtshoorn?
On 25 June 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Oudtshoorn. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. morus, myrtle, platanus, and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Oudtshoorn?
How often is the Oudtshoorn pollen forecast updated?
The Oudtshoorn pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Oudtshoorn 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 Oudtshoorn 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 Oudtshoorn, 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, 09:00 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Oudtshoorn.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
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