Alice Springs pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Alice Springs is moderate; acacia and cypress are moderate; eucalyptus and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) eucalyptus remains low, grass remains low, acacia declining, cypress declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 1/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around Alice Springs, the MacDonnell Ranges frame a landscape of mulga woodland, spinifex hummock grassland and saltbush plains. River red gums line the usually dry bed of the Todd River, providing the only substantial tree cover in an otherwise low, drought-adapted shrub and grass community. Wattles (acacia) are widespread and can flower heavily after rain. There's little introduced or ornamental planting outside town, so most airborne pollen comes from native arid-zone species rather than the exotic grasses and trees common in southern capitals.
Alice Springs sits in the arid Red Centre, where pollen doesn't follow the neat spring-to-summer rhythm of coastal cities. Grasses and native shrubs respond opportunistically to rain rather than season, so flowering can flare up within weeks of a downpour at almost any time of year. That said, the driest, hottest months (Dec-Feb) tend to suppress pollen output, while cooler months after rain, especially autumn and late winter, more reliably bring flowering mulga, acacia and grasses. Overall pollen counts stay low compared with the coast, punctuated by short, rain-triggered spikes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Territory
Is pollen high in Alice Springs right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Alice Springs are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Alice Springs tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Alice Springs will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels, grass at low levels and acacia, cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Alice Springs this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, grass, acacia, and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Alice Springs?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Alice Springs. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Alice Springs?
How often is the Alice Springs pollen forecast updated?
The Alice Springs pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Alice Springs 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 Alice Springs 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 Alice Springs, 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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