Springs pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (16 July) pollen in Springs is low; cypress and plane are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains low, plane remains low, urtica at low levels. Over the following five days cypress, plane, and urtica will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Springs's East Rand Highveld mining setting features eucalyptus, acacia, and Highveld grassland as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between the limited residential green spaces and the more built-up mining, industrial, and commercial corridors. The Springs Lake corridor provides locally significant green space, while the surrounding Highveld grassland contributes substantial grass pollen and the historical mining landscape limits native vegetation considerably throughout the area.
Today - 16 July
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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
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
9/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
None
0/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
Low
1/100
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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 - 17 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
22/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
None
0/100
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Mulberry (Morus):
None
0/100
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Plane (Platanus):
Low
14/100
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Urtica:
Low
6/100
Air quality in Springs
View air qualityFrequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Springs right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Springs are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while platanus remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Springs tomorrow?
On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Springs will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, platanus at low levels, urtica at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Springs this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, platanus, and urtica pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Springs?
On 16 July 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Springs. platanus are also present but at lower levels. artemisia, morus, and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Springs?
How often is the Springs pollen forecast updated?
The Springs pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Springs 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 Springs 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 Springs, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Springs.
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