Taung Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Taung is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, plane, and nettle are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) cypress remains low, eucalyptus remains low, mugwort remains low, mulberry remains low, mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, plane no longer expected, nettle no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, plane, and nettle will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass and 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) | Low | 18/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 22/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 16/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 23/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 6/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | Low | 5/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 49/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 37/100 |
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 | 12/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 44/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The heart of Taung sits among a blend of scrubland and open grassland. Locally, open grassland adds grass and weed pollen; scrubland contributes pollen from shrubs, grasses and herbs. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load. Pollen also travels on the wind, so vegetation in the wider surroundings adds to local levels as well.
Then come the grasses, strongest in mid-spring and fading by early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. In warm, humid weather from late spring into midsummer, mold spores add to the mix, especially after rain. Dry, sunny and breezy weather raises levels within each period, and steady rain brings them down.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in North West
Is pollen high in Taung right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Taung are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and urtica remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Taung tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Taung will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, morus at low levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Taung this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and urtica pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Taung?
On 10 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Taung. cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and urtica are also present but at lower levels. grass and oak are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Taung?
How often is the Taung pollen forecast updated?
The Taung pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Taung 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 Taung 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 Taung, 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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