Sakhile, Standerton Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Sakhile, Standerton is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mugwort remains low, mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, cypress at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels, oak at low levels, mulberry at low levels, plane at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, mulberry, and plane will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass and nettle 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) | 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 | 1/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 27/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 33/100 |
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) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Open grassland makes up around 48% of the area near this location in Standerton, with a good deal of built-up land. Locally, open grassland and farmland add grass and weed pollen. In the built-up parts of the area, street trees, gardens and park lawns add to the local mix. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Grass pollen follows, peaking in mid-spring and easing off by early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Mold spores join in from late spring into late summer, when damp, warm spells let them thrive. By midwinter, as temperatures fall to around 10°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Mpumalanga
Is pollen high in Standerton right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Standerton are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Standerton tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Standerton will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, morus at low levels, myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels, oak at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Standerton this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and oak pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Standerton?
On 10 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Standerton. cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, grass, oak, and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Standerton?
How often is the Standerton pollen forecast updated?
The Standerton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Standerton 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 Standerton 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 Standerton, 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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