Ballarat pollen forecast — Lake Wendouree neighborhood

Today (9 August) pollen in Lake Wendouree, Ballarat is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days eucalyptus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Ornamental lake precinct ringed by mature parkland — elms, oaks and other nineteenth-century avenue plantings alongside native eucalypts — reflecting the goldfields-era botanic gardens tradition. Lakeside reed beds and open lawns border the rowing course. Cool highland Victoria conditions mean a later, more compressed spring pollen season, with deciduous tree pollen in early spring giving way to grass pollen through summer around the lake's extensive grounds.

Today - 9 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    11/100

  • 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 - 10 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    15/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Ballarat right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Ballarat are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Ballarat tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Ballarat will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Ballarat this week?

According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Ballarat?

On 9 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Ballarat. acacia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Ballarat?
Lake Wendouree's parkland and gardens give central Ballarat a strong tree pollen presence, wattle and elm flowering from late August, with grass pollen from the lake's surrounding lawns and reserves peaking in November. Ballarat's elevation and cooler climate compared with Melbourne can delay the season's start by a week or so, and the lake's open water can add a little extra humidity on calm mornings.
How often is the Ballarat pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Ballarat 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 Ballarat 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 Ballarat, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Lake Wendouree, Ballarat.

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