Balgowlah Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Balgowlah is low; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels, eucalyptus 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 - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 5/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 17/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 6/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 19/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The center of Balgowlah sits among a blend of woodland and built-up land. Close to running water, riverside trees such as willow and plane tree contribute to what is in the air. Olive stands out as the main allergenic tree nearby. Beyond the trees, grasses matter a great deal, and plantain and pellitory are the main weed sources.
Olive leads the season in early spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. Plantain and pellitory flower through much of the warmer half of the year. In warm, humid weather from midsummer into early fall, mold spores add to the mix, especially after rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Balgowlah right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Balgowlah.
Will pollen levels change in Balgowlah tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Balgowlah will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Balgowlah 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 Balgowlah?
On 6 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Balgowlah.
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 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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