Plettenberg Bay Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Plettenberg Bay is moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, nettle, and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; grass and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) cypress remains moderate, eucalyptus remains moderate, grass remains low, mugwort remains moderate, mulberry remains moderate, nettle remains moderate, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mugwort, mulberry, nettle, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; oak 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) | Moderate | 38/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 8/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Moderate | 50/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 16/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 26/100 |
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) | Moderate | 39/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 37/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Plettenberg Bay sits among a blend of built-up land and woodland, plus some open grassland. With the Keurbooms River nearby, riverside vegetation along its banks contributes to the local mix. The allergenic tree mix nearby includes olive. Grasses and weeds such as pigweed round out the local mix. In the immediate area, street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
Tree pollen peaks in mid-spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and olive is in full flower. Grass pollen follows, peaking in late spring and easing off by early fall. Pigweed brings a final peak from early summer into early fall. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Western Cape
Is pollen high in Plettenberg Bay right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Plettenberg Bay are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, morus, myrtle, urtica, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Plettenberg Bay tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Plettenberg Bay will be similar to today, with artemisia at moderate levels, cypress at moderate levels, morus at moderate levels, myrtle at moderate levels, grass at low levels, urtica at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Plettenberg Bay this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, grass, and urtica pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Plettenberg Bay?
On 10 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Plettenberg Bay. cypress, morus, myrtle, urtica, and grass are also present but at lower levels. platanus and oak are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Plettenberg Bay?
How often is the Plettenberg Bay pollen forecast updated?
The Plettenberg Bay pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay, 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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