Alice Springs pollen forecast — Traeger Park (TIO Traeger Park) neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Traeger Park (TIO Traeger Park), Alice Springs is low; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress remains low, eucalyptus no longer expected, grass no longer expected.
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) | Low | 23/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 24/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Traeger Park sits in Alice Springs amid the arid MacDonnell Ranges country, its irrigated turf oval a green outlier surrounded by mulga woodland, spinifex and river red gum along the nearby Todd River, in an otherwise dry central Australian landscape. As is typical of the arid interior, this area's vegetation flowers opportunistically after rain, keeping year-round pollen levels generally low outside these irregular growth events.
Traeger Park's green cricket outfield stands out against the arid Red Centre surrounding Alice Springs, where pollen rarely follows a tidy seasonal calendar. The irrigated turf itself sheds little, but grasses and native shrubs beyond the boundary respond opportunistically to rain, flaring up within weeks of a downpour at almost any time of year. Summer's driest, hottest months suppress pollen, while cooler spells after rain, particularly autumn and late winter, more reliably bring flowering mulga, acacia and grasses to spectators watching from the stands.
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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 low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle, grass, and acacia 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 cypress at low levels, acacia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Alice Springs this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, grass, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Alice Springs?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Alice Springs. myrtle, grass, and acacia 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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