Anzac Hill, Alice Springs Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Anzac Hill, Alice Springs is low; acacia, cypress, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) acacia remains low, cypress remains low, grass remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 1/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 1/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 17/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 17/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 16/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This site in Alice Springs is surrounded mainly by built-up land, which covers around 56% of the nearby area, with some open grassland and scrubland. Close to running water, riverside vegetation contributes to what is in the air. Grass pollen is plentiful, while pigweed leads among the weeds. In the immediate area, street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 25°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. The season closes with pigweed from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in summer, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels. Actual levels on any given day depend on the weather, with dry, breezy days the worst and wet days the mildest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Territory
Is pollen high in Alice Springs right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Alice Springs are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Alice Springs tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Alice Springs will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Alice Springs 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 Alice Springs?
On 10 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Alice Springs. cypress and grass are also present but at lower levels. myrtle are not currently active.
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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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