Somerset East Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Somerset East is moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, mulberry, nettle, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mugwort and plane are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) cypress remains moderate, eucalyptus remains moderate, mulberry remains moderate, nettle remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, mugwort increasing, plane increasing, mold (alternaria) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, plane, nettle, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; oak 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 | 49/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 47/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 12/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Moderate | 42/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 22/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Moderate | 44/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 38/100 |
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 | 50/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Moderate | 38/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 38/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 41% of the area near the heart of Somerset East is woodland, with a good deal of built-up land and some open grassland. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Grasses add a sizeable share of the local pollen. In the built-up parts of the area, street trees, gardens and park lawns add to the local mix.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grasses take over in late spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. A smaller weed peak follows 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 Eastern Cape
Is pollen high in Somerset East right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Somerset East are moderate. Morus is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle, urtica, cypress, platanus, and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Somerset East tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Somerset East will be different from today, with morus at moderate levels, myrtle at moderate levels, urtica at moderate levels, cypress at moderate levels and platanus, artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Somerset East this week?
According to the five-day outlook, morus, myrtle, platanus, urtica, artemisia, and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Somerset East?
On 10 October 2026, Morus is the dominant pollen source in Somerset East. myrtle, urtica, cypress, platanus, and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. grass and oak are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Somerset East?
How often is the Somerset East pollen forecast updated?
The Somerset East pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Somerset East 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 Somerset East 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 Somerset East, 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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