Bass Coast Shire Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (13 October) pollen in Bass Coast Shire is low; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (14 October 2026) acacia remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing, grass increasing, mold (cladosporium) increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week eucalyptus, grass, and mold (alternaria) will increase; acacia, cypress, and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 13 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 14/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 19/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 10/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 24/100 |
Tomorrow - 14 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 30/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 34/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The center of Bass Coast Shire is surrounded mainly by open water, with some open grassland and woodland. Running water nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. Grass pollen is plentiful, while pigweed and plantain lead among the weeds. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in late winter. Grasses take over in early summer and keep pollen in the air into early fall. Later, pigweed and plantain keep weed pollen in the air from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in spring, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Bass Coast Shire right now?
On 13 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Bass Coast Shire are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while eucalyptus, cypress, and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Bass Coast Shire tomorrow?
On 14 October 2026, pollen conditions in Bass Coast Shire will be different from today, with acacia at low levels and grass, eucalyptus, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bass Coast Shire this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass and eucalyptus pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Bass Coast Shire?
On 13 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Bass Coast Shire. eucalyptus, cypress, and acacia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Bass Coast Shire?
How often is the Bass Coast Shire pollen forecast updated?
The Bass Coast Shire pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bass Coast Shire 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 Bass Coast Shire 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 Bass Coast Shire, 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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