Balranald pollen forecast — Old Balranald Gaol neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Old Balranald Gaol, Balranald is moderate; acacia is moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) grass remains low, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 10/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 7/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 54/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 38/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, just outside the immediate area, the riverbank shelters river oak, whose pollen spreads readily on the wind from spring onward. Forest where eucalypt and wattle share the canopy and margins, wattle driving most of the seasonal pollen spike, a short distance from here. Here, close to home here, mown grass and planted plane trees in a nearby park, adding to the seasonal pollen mix.
River oak near the water opens the pollen calendar early, climbing steadily from mid-winter into September. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, generally peaking somewhere between August and October. Spring brings rising grass pollen that crests in November, with levels staying elevated into the new year before finally easing off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Balranald right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Balranald are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Balranald tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Balranald will be different from today, with grass at low levels and acacia, cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Balranald 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 Balranald?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Balranald. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Balranald?
How often is the Balranald pollen forecast updated?
The Balranald pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Balranald 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 Balranald 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 Balranald, 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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