Tankwa Town pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Tankwa Town is moderate; nettle is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains low, mugwort remains low, nettle declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and nettle will increase; cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mulberry, and plane will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| 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) | Low | 17/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 20/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Moderate | 26/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 18/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This stretch has little tree cover or standing water nearby, so grass and ragweed growing on open or agricultural ground likely drive most local pollen. Neighboring areas with similar land cover tend to show a closely matching pollen mix. Year-to-year swings in rainfall and wind can shift this picture somewhat either way.
Late spring brings rising grass pollen that crests in December, with ragweed then rising to the fore from mid-February through April. The overall order of species tends to hold steady, even as exact dates shift slightly each year. Regional pollen monitoring generally reflects this same pattern across nearby areas. Small variations in local weather can nudge these windows a few days in either direction.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Cape
Is pollen high in Tankwa Town right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Tankwa Town are moderate. Urtica is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Tankwa Town tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Tankwa Town will be different from today, with grass at low levels, artemisia at low levels and urtica continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Tankwa Town this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, urtica, and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Tankwa Town?
On 20 September 2026, Urtica is the dominant pollen source in Tankwa Town. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. platanus, oak, cypress, morus, and myrtle are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Tankwa Town?
How often is the Tankwa Town pollen forecast updated?
The Tankwa Town pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Tankwa Town 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 Tankwa Town 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 Tankwa Town, 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 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
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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