Balgowlah pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Balgowlah is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 5/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 14/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Water here is bordered by river oak, a casuarina species known for prolific, far-carrying pollen; this sits within the neighborhood. Located in the surrounding area, this area has a canopy of eucalypt threaded with wattle, wattle chief among them for allergenic potency here. This area, in the vicinity, has mown grass and planted plane trees in a nearby park, adding to the seasonal pollen mix.
River oak along the water gets the season underway before other species, building through the depths of winter into September. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, building to its sharpest point across August and September. Grass pollen counts rise through spring, reaching their peak around November, holding through the summer months before tapering off by late February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Balgowlah right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Balgowlah are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Balgowlah tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Balgowlah will be different from today, with acacia at low levels and cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Balgowlah this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Balgowlah?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Balgowlah. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Balgowlah?
How often is the Balgowlah pollen forecast updated?
The Balgowlah pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Balgowlah 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 Balgowlah 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 Balgowlah, 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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