Bells Beach pollen forecast — Great Ocean Road Tandem Paragliding Southside Launch neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Great Ocean Road Tandem Paragliding Southside Launch, Bells Beach is moderate; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress declining, acacia no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 21/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 45/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 17/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, in the surrounding area, has water here is bordered by river oak, a casuarina species known for prolific, far-carrying pollen. Tree cover made up mostly of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a well-known seasonal trigger, close to this spot. Local readings for the surrounding area tend to follow this same general pattern.
The waterside river oak is consistently first to release pollen each year, starting well before the main spring rush, topping out around September. The nearby eucalypt and wattle stands take the lead as winter turns to spring, building to its sharpest point across August and September. Grass pollen takes over next, building to a peak around November, and remaining a significant allergen right through summer until it eases in February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Bells Beach right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Bells Beach are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Bells Beach tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Bells Beach will be different from today, with cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bells Beach this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Bells Beach?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Bells Beach. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Bells Beach?
How often is the Bells Beach pollen forecast updated?
The Bells Beach pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bells Beach 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 Bells Beach 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 Bells Beach, 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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