Bathurst pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Bathurst is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 20/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 22/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Bathurst, on the Central Tablelands, combines eucalypt woodland and wattle with extensive grazing and cropping pasture, plus introduced deciduous street trees such as elm and oak that give the city notable autumn colour. Cypress and pine plantings are also common in the surrounding rural districts, and heritage parkland adds further ornamental tree cover through the historic city.
Bathurst's pollen season runs from August through January, with tree pollen from eucalypts, wattle, and introduced elms and oaks peaking in August and September and rye grass pollen from October to December bringing an elevated thunderstorm asthma risk during spring storms on the Central Tablelands. Its elevated, inland climate shifts the season slightly later than on the coast, with frosty winters delaying early flowering. Frosty tableland mornings typical of the district can occasionally delay the very start of the season most years.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Bathurst right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Bathurst are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Bathurst tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Bathurst will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bathurst this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Bathurst?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Bathurst. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Bathurst?
How often is the Bathurst pollen forecast updated?
The Bathurst pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bathurst 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 Bathurst 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 Bathurst, 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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