Albany pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Albany is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, eucalyptus, and grass will increase; cypress will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 3/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 16/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 15/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 29/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Albany sits amid karri and jarrah forest country, with coastal heath and scrubland around King George Sound and the town's dramatic granite coastline. The Great Southern region is renowned for its wildflower diversity, and native banksia, eucalypt and heath species dominate the vegetation, with limited agricultural or ornamental planting compared with more built-up parts of the southwest.
Albany, on WA's cooler south coast, has a pollen season running roughly August to November, shaped by the region's Mediterranean-type climate with mild wet winters and dry summers. Karri and jarrah forest flowering, along with coastal heath and wildflowers for which the Great Southern region is well known, peaks through spring. Cooler temperatures than Perth mean the season can run slightly later, with grass pollen building into early summer before the drier months suppress activity.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Western Australia
Is pollen high in Albany right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Albany are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Albany tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Albany will be different from today, with grass at low levels, acacia at low levels and cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Albany this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, acacia, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Albany?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Albany. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Albany?
How often is the Albany pollen forecast updated?
The Albany pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Albany 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 Albany 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 Albany, 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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