Drouin East, Baw Baw Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Drouin East, Baw Baw is low; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) eucalyptus remains low, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, grass increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 11/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 4/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 34/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 64% of the area near this part of Baw Baw is open grassland, with a good deal of woodland. Trees are an important local pollen source, given how much woodland surrounds the area. Beyond the trees, grasses matter a great deal, and plantain is the main weed source. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grass pollen follows, peaking in early summer and easing off by early fall. The season closes with plantain from mid-spring into early fall. Rain is heaviest in spring, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Baw Baw right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Baw Baw are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Baw Baw tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Baw Baw will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels and acacia, cypress, grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Baw Baw 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 Baw Baw?
On 6 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Baw Baw. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Baw Baw?
How often is the Baw Baw pollen forecast updated?
The Baw Baw pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Baw Baw 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 Baw Baw 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 Baw Baw, 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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