Phuthaditjhaba pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Phuthaditjhaba is low; cypress, eucalyptus, oak, 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, oak, mugwort, mulberry, and plane will decrease; grass 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 | 11/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 11/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 11/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 17/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 12/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 11/100 |
| 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 | 6/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Phuthaditjhaba's Free State Drakensberg foothills Qwaqwa setting features Drakensberg grassland, acacia, and indigenous mountain shrubs as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between the high-altitude grassland on the Maluti Mountain slopes and the more built-up commercial and residential corridors below. The Elands River corridor provides locally significant riparian vegetation, while the Drakensberg setting means elevation-based pollen variation is particularly pronounced across this high-altitude Free State community.
Phuthaditjhaba's Free State Drakensberg Qwaqwa season opens in August with Drakensberg highland grasses and acacia before grass from surrounding Maluti Mountain farmland peaks through November and December. The Elands River corridor contributes locally significant riparian pollen, while the dramatic Drakensberg elevation gradient means pollen timing varies considerably between the high-altitude grassland above and the lower valley floor areas below.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Free State
Is pollen high in Phuthaditjhaba right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Phuthaditjhaba are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and oak remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Phuthaditjhaba tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Phuthaditjhaba 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, oak at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Phuthaditjhaba this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and oak pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Phuthaditjhaba?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Phuthaditjhaba. cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and oak are also present but at lower levels. grass and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Phuthaditjhaba?
How often is the Phuthaditjhaba pollen forecast updated?
The Phuthaditjhaba pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Phuthaditjhaba 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 Phuthaditjhaba 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 Phuthaditjhaba, 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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