Bendor, Polokwane Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Bendor, Polokwane is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) mugwort remains low, mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, cypress at low levels, mulberry at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, and plane will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass, oak, and nettle will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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 | 3/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 29/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Open grassland makes up around 35% of the area near this part of Polokwane, with a good deal of built-up land and some scrubland. Grasses are also a significant pollen source here. Street trees, private gardens and mown lawns add to local pollen in the more built-up surroundings. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Grasses take over in early spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Mold spores join in through summer, when damp, warm spells let them thrive. Within each of these periods, warm, dry and windy days push levels higher, while rain clears the air.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Limpopo
Is pollen high in Polokwane right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Polokwane are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Polokwane tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Polokwane will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, morus at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Polokwane this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, and platanus pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Polokwane?
On 11 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Polokwane. oak, urtica, cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Polokwane?
How often is the Polokwane pollen forecast updated?
The Polokwane pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Polokwane 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 Polokwane 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 Polokwane, 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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