Augrabies Falls National Park, Upington Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Augrabies Falls National Park, Upington is low; cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will increase; cypress, eucalyptus, grass, and mugwort will decrease; oak, mulberry, plane, 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) | Low | 11/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 13/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 11/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 13/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 24/100 |
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 | 8/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 19/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around this site in Upington is bare ground, with a good deal of scrubland. Lawns and planted trees in a nearby park add to local grass and tree pollen. With much of the immediate area made up of bare ground, local pollen production is limited, though pollen can still drift in from surrounding land. Grasses growing in the surroundings are the main non-tree source of pollen.
Grasses take over in mid-spring and keep pollen in the air into mid-fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. In this dry climate, pollen can linger in the air for long spells without rain. Weather shapes each of these periods: dry, windy spells drive levels up, and showers wash pollen out of the air.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Cape
Is pollen high in Upington right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Upington are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle, grass, and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Upington tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Upington will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels, grass at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Upington this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, grass, and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Upington?
On 10 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Upington. myrtle, grass, and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. morus, platanus, oak, and urtica are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Upington?
How often is the Upington pollen forecast updated?
The Upington pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Upington 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 Upington 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 Upington, 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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