Adelaide pollen forecast — South Australian Museum neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in South Australian Museum, Adelaide is low; acacia and cypress are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus at low levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 10/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
River oak thrives along the damp bank, a classic riparian wind-pollinator in this part of Australia; this sits in the vicinity. Nearby, close by, a mix of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a notorious trigger for hay fever across southern Australia. Located near this part of town, this area has a park combining lawn grass and plane trees, both contributors to pollen here through the warmer months.
The bank's river oak kicks off the pollen season ahead of the rest, starting well before the main spring rush, topping out around September. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, usually peaking from August into October. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through spring, peaking in November, with levels staying elevated into the new year before finally easing off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia
Is pollen high in Adelaide right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Adelaide are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Adelaide tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Adelaide will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels, grass at low levels and acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Adelaide this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Adelaide?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Adelaide. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Adelaide?
How often is the Adelaide pollen forecast updated?
The Adelaide pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Adelaide 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 Adelaide 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 Adelaide, 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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