Zuurfontein parkrun - Pollen and Air Quality Forecast for Today

Pollen Today

Low 3/100

Pollen levels are low today, with oak, cypress, and plane as the main active species. Based on Airmine's forecast, which uses satellite data to calculate exposure every 200 metres along the route, pollen exposure peaks at 0.0 km after start.

Air Quality Today

Moderate 45/100

Air quality along the route is moderate. PM1 (44.8/100) and PM2.5 (40.6/100) are moderate, while O3 (27.9/100), NO2 (23.4/100), and HCHO (22.7/100) are fair. The remaining pollutants stay at good levels. Based on Airmine's forecast, which uses satellite data to calculate exposure every 200 metres along the route, air quality is at its worst 0.0 km after start.

Schedule: Saturdays
Distance: 5 km
Environment: Park
Nearest City: Zuurfontein
Country: South Africa

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Course Narrative

Environmental Exposure Detail

Zuurfontein parkrun is a free, weekly, timed 5 km run open to all abilities at Zuurfontein, South Africa. Like all parkruns, it's free to take part in every Saturday, organised by volunteers and open to any pace or ability. It passes through parkland, mixing trees, shrubs and open grass along the way.

Zuurfontein parkrun runs through the Zuurfontein area of the Ekurhuleni East Rand, with acacia, eucalyptus, and open Highveld grassland as the main pollen sources. Surrounding Highveld grassland and East Rand suburban vegetation contribute substantial grass and tree pollen, with the summer rainfall season concentrating grass pollen from November to March throughout this East Rand community parkrun setting.

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Forecast for 10 October

Pollen Forecast

Pollen species Level Value
Cypress (Cupressaceae)
Low
3/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
None
0/100
Grass (Poaceae)
None
0/100
Oak (Quercus)
Low
3/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
None
0/100
Mulberry (Morus)
None
2/100
Plane (Platanus)
Low
3/100
Nettle (Urtica)
None
0/100

Air Quality Forecast

Pollutant Level Value
AQI
Moderate
44.8/100
PM2.5 (fine particles)
Moderate
40.6/100
PM10 (coarse particles)
Good
19.9/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide)
Fair
23.4/100
O3 (ozone)
Fair
27.9/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide)
Good
19.1/100
CO (carbon monoxide)
Good
0.9/100
HCHO (formaldehyde)
Fair
22.7/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles)
Moderate
44.8/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is air quality worst on the Zuurfontein parkrun route?

Based on today's forecast, PM1 is forecast at moderate levels along the route today (44.8/100). Air quality is at its worst after 0.0 km into the route. Airmine calculates exposure at 200m intervals along the course using satellite-derived atmospheric data.

Where is pollen highest on the Zuurfontein parkrun course?

Pollen exposure peaks at km 0.0 today. This changes through the season as different pollen species become active.

When is pollen worst during the Zuurfontein parkrun season?

Pollen seasons vary by location. Tree pollen (birch, alder) typically peaks in spring, while grass pollen rises in May-June.

How often is this forecast updated?

Updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Are pollen levels in Zuurfontein parkrun 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 Zuurfontein parkrun, 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.

Air Quality

Good
0-20 Low air quality risk. Air quality is expected to be good, with low levels of pollution.
Fair
20-40 Generally low air quality risk. Air quality is expected to be acceptable, with some pollution present.
Moderate
40-60 Moderate air quality risk. Air pollution is elevated and air quality may be less favorable.
Poor
60-80 High air quality risk. Air pollution is high and air quality is expected to be poor.
Very Poor
80-100 Very high air quality risk. Air pollution is very high and air quality is expected to be very poor.

Airmine uses satellite data to calculate pollen and air quality every 200 metres along each race route, updated four times daily. 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.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 10 October 2026 at 20:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Airmine combines satellite observations, weather forecasts and machine learning to forecast pollen, air quality and mold risk. For pollen, vegetation maps and weather data help predict season onset and exposure at 400 × 400 metre resolution. For air quality, we refine Copernicus CAMS forecasts using local factors such as roads, emissions and terrain. For routes, data is updated dynamically to provide accurate exposure metrics along the specific race corridor coordinates.

Our models are calibrated against millions of professional monitoring records and updated four times daily as new data becomes available.

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Disclaimer

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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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