Ground #4, Appin Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Ground #4, Appin is moderate; eucalyptus and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; cypress and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing, acacia at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, and mold (alternaria) will increase; mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 6/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 7/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 29/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 33/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 64/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 7/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 28/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The landscape around this part of Appin is heavily wooded. With a stream or river close by, riverside vegetation contributes to the local mix. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Grass pollen is a substantial part of the local mix as well. Gaps in the canopy, trails and forest edges give grasses and herbs room to grow.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in late winter. Grass pollen follows, peaking in mid-spring and easing off by late summer. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Fall is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. 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 New South Wales
Is pollen high in Appin right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Appin are moderate. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Appin tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Appin will be different from today, with acacia at low levels and cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Appin this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Appin?
On 7 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Appin. cypress are also present but at lower levels. acacia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Appin?
How often is the Appin pollen forecast updated?
The Appin pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Appin 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 Appin 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 Appin, 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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