Museum of Central Australia & Strehlow Research Center, Araluen Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Museum of Central Australia & Strehlow Research Center, Araluen is low; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) eucalyptus remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, grass increasing.
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 - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 6/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 3/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 16/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 19/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 29/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 17/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 19/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this location in Araluen is mostly built-up land, with some open grassland. A nearby park adds mown lawns and planted trees to the local pollen mix. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed contributes weed pollen. In the immediate area, street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 25°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Pigweed brings a final peak from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in summer, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Territory
Is pollen high in Araluen right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Araluen are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Araluen tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Araluen will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels and acacia, cypress, grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Araluen 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 Araluen?
On 7 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Araluen. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Araluen?
How often is the Araluen pollen forecast updated?
The Araluen pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Araluen 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 Araluen 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 Araluen, 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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