Vaal University Sports Grounds, Vanderbijlpark Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Vaal University Sports Grounds, Vanderbijlpark is low; cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) cypress remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, mugwort at low levels, mulberry at low levels, plane at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, oak, mugwort, mulberry, plane, and mold (cladosporium) will increase; mold (alternaria) 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) | Low | 1/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Oak (Quercus) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Mulberry (Morus) | None | 0/100 |
| Plane (Platanus) | None | 0/100 |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 17/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 22/100 |
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 | 2/100 | |
| 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) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Plane (Platanus) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Nettle (Urtica) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 17/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 21/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 61% of the area near this site in Vanderbijlpark is built-up land, with some open grassland and woodland. There is plenty of grass pollen here too. Locally, street trees, gardens and lawns supply most pollen in the built-up parts. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Then come the grasses, strongest in mid-spring and fading by early fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Spring is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. Actual levels on any given day depend on the weather, with dry, breezy days the worst and wet days the mildest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Gauteng
Is pollen high in Vanderbijlpark right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Vanderbijlpark are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Vanderbijlpark tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Vanderbijlpark will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, morus at low levels, platanus at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Vanderbijlpark this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, oak, and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Vanderbijlpark?
On 10 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Vanderbijlpark. morus, myrtle, platanus, grass, oak, urtica, and artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Vanderbijlpark?
How often is the Vanderbijlpark pollen forecast updated?
The Vanderbijlpark pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Vanderbijlpark 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 Vanderbijlpark 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 Vanderbijlpark, 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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