Randfontein pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (30 August) pollen in Randfontein is low; cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, and plane are low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, and plane will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Randfontein's West Rand Highveld mining setting features eucalyptus, acacia, and introduced grassland as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between the limited residential green spaces and the more built-up mining, commercial, and industrial corridors. The Mooi River tributary corridor provides locally significant green space, while the surrounding Highveld grassland contributes substantial grass pollen and the historical gold mining landscape limits native vegetation considerably throughout.
Today - 30 August
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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
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
17/100
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Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
Low
9/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
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Oak (Quercus):
Low
7/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
18/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
Low
11/100
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Nettle (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 - 31 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
21/100
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Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
Low
14/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
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Oak (Quercus):
Low
11/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
22/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
Low
15/100
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Nettle (Urtica):
None
0/100
Air quality in Randfontein
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Randfontein right now?
On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Randfontein are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle, platanus, oak, and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Randfontein tomorrow?
On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Randfontein will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels, oak at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Randfontein this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, platanus, oak, and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Randfontein?
On 30 August 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Randfontein. myrtle, platanus, oak, and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. morus, grass, and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Randfontein?
How often is the Randfontein pollen forecast updated?
The Randfontein pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Randfontein 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 Randfontein 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 Randfontein, 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: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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