Armidale pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Armidale is low; acacia is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days acacia will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Armidale sits on the New England Tablelands amid eucalypt woodland, wattle, and extensive grazing pasture, with introduced deciduous trees such as elm and oak lining many of the city's streets, giving it a distinctive autumn colour alongside its native bushland. University grounds and heritage gardens add further ornamental plantings to the tableland city. University grounds and established parklands add a further ornamental layer to the tableland city's vegetation mix.

Today - 16 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    12/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 17 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    9/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Armidale right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Armidale are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Armidale tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Armidale will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Armidale this week?

According to the five-day outlook, acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while myrtle pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Armidale?

On 16 July 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Armidale. cypress and myrtle are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Armidale?
Armidale's pollen season runs from August through January, with tree pollen from eucalypts and wattle peaking in August and September and rye grass pollen following from October to December, bringing a heightened risk of thunderstorm asthma during spring storms on the New England Tablelands. The elevated, cooler climate shifts flowering slightly later than on the coast, extending the effective pollen window into early autumn some years.
How often is the Armidale pollen forecast updated?

The Armidale pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Armidale 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 Armidale 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 Armidale, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Armidale.

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