Wolmaransstad pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Updated: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST

Pollen Today

Moderate 29/100

Today (20 September) pollen in Wolmaransstad is moderate; mugwort is moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, mulberry, plane, and nettle are low.

Pollen Tomorrow

Low 19/100

Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains low, eucalyptus remains low, mulberry remains low, plane remains low, mugwort declining, nettle no longer expected.

7-Day Trend

Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, mugwort, mulberry, plane, and nettle will increase; grass and oak 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)
Low
23/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Low
16/100
Grass (Poaceae)
None
0/100
Oak (Quercus)
None
0/100
Willow (Salicaceae)
None
0/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
Moderate
29/100
Mulberry (Morus)
Low
20/100
Plane (Platanus)
Low
12/100
Nettle (Urtica)
Low
7/100

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)
Low
13/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Low
6/100
Grass (Poaceae)
None
0/100
Oak (Quercus)
None
0/100
Willow (Salicaceae)
None
0/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
Low
19/100
Mulberry (Morus)
Low
10/100
Plane (Platanus)
Low
2/100
Nettle (Urtica)
None
0/100
ENVIRONMENT & ANALYSIS

Local Environmental Conditions

Wolmaransstad lies roughly 150 km south-southeast of Mahikeng. Wolmaransstad's tree cover leans heavily on eucalyptus, acacia, and introduced oak, interspersed with open Highveld grassland that dominates beyond the built-up centre. Nearby maize, sunflower, and grain farming operations shapes the wider landscape, while exposure to grass pollen rises sharply once the summer rains reach the surrounding farmland, consistent with the wider Highveld plateau environment.

At Wolmaransstad, the pollen year starts slowly in August with tree species like acacia and eucalyptus, before grassland pollen takes over and peaks through October and November. Surrounding maize, sunflower, and grain farming operations contributes little pollen directly, but shapes how built-up versus open the exposure is across the town, a pattern typical of the wider Highveld region.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in North West

Is pollen high in Wolmaransstad right now?

On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Wolmaransstad are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, and urtica remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Wolmaransstad tomorrow?

On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Wolmaransstad will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, morus at low levels, myrtle at low levels, platanus at low levels and artemisia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Wolmaransstad this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress, morus, myrtle, platanus, urtica, and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Wolmaransstad?

On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Wolmaransstad. 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 Wolmaransstad?
At Wolmaransstad, the pollen year starts slowly in August with tree species like acacia and eucalyptus, before grassland pollen takes over and peaks through October and November. Surrounding maize, sunflower, and grain farming operations contributes little pollen directly, but shapes how built-up versus open the exposure is across the town, a pattern typical of the wider Highveld region.
How often is the Wolmaransstad pollen forecast updated?

The Wolmaransstad pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Wolmaransstad 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 Wolmaransstad 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 Wolmaransstad, 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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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. This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Wolmaransstad.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Our forecasts utilize high-resolution satellite imagery from the Copernicus Sentinel-5P mission combined with a proprietary network of ground-based IoT sensors. Pollen forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset in a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

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Disclaimer

The information provided is for environmental awareness only and does not constitute medical advice. Athletes with known respiratory conditions or severe allergies should consult their physician before participating in strenuous outdoor activities based on these forecasts.

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