Birdum Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Birdum is high; acacia is high; cypress and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; eucalyptus and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) cypress remains moderate, eucalyptus remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia and grass will increase; cypress, eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 51/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 34/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 21/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 30/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 47/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 22/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 30/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The center of Birdum is surrounded mainly by woodland, which covers just over 70% of the nearby area, with a good deal of open grassland. With this much woodland around, trees are an important local pollen source. Grass pollen adds noticeably to the overall load. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
With warm weather all year, between about 20°C and 30°C, pollen is present in most months rather than in one short season. Levels tend to be highest in drier spells, especially around August. During the rainy season, frequent heavy downpours wash much of the pollen out of the air. Warm, damp weather from early summer into early fall also raises mold spore levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Territory
Is pollen high in Birdum right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Birdum are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Birdum tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Birdum will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels and acacia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Birdum this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while acacia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Birdum?
On 6 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Birdum. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Birdum?
How often is the Birdum pollen forecast updated?
The Birdum pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Birdum 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 Birdum 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 Birdum, 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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