Altona North pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Altona North is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) eucalyptus remains low, acacia increasing, cypress increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 24/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 6/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 43/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 39/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The waterway's edge supports river oak, a species whose fine pollen travels well beyond the immediate bank; this sits a short distance from here. This area, in the wider area, has a mix of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a notorious trigger for hay fever across southern Australia.
River oak by the water is typically first out of the gate, usually the first pollen source active, peaking sometime in July or August. The nearby eucalypt and wattle stands take the lead as winter turns to spring, peaking as wattle comes into full flower, generally August into September. Grass pollen climbs toward a November peak, with the season extending well into summer before finally winding down in February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Altona North right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Altona North are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Altona North tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Altona North will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels and cypress, acacia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Altona North this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Altona North?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Altona North. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Altona North?
How often is the Altona North pollen forecast updated?
The Altona North pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Altona North 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 Altona North 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 Altona North, 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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