Blackwood (SA) Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Blackwood (SA) is high; eucalyptus is high; acacia, cypress, grass, and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mold (alternaria) is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, eucalyptus declining, mold (cladosporium) declining, acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 44/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 56/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 17/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 35/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around the heart of Blackwood (SA) is mostly woodland, with a good deal of built-up land. Among allergenic trees nearby, olive leads, followed by ash. Grass pollen is plentiful, while plantain and pigweed lead among the weeds. Compared with most places, olive is especially widespread here, which makes it one of the key local allergens.
Olive and ash lead the season in late spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in late spring and keep pollen in the air into early fall. Plantain and pigweed flower through much of the warmer half of the year. The olive period in late spring is usually the most intense time of year here.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia
Is pollen high in Blackwood (SA) right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Blackwood (SA) are high. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia, cypress, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Blackwood (SA) tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Blackwood (SA) will be different from today, with myrtle continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Blackwood (SA) this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Blackwood (SA)?
On 10 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Blackwood (SA). acacia, cypress, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Blackwood (SA)?
How often is the Blackwood (SA) pollen forecast updated?
The Blackwood (SA) pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Blackwood (SA) 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 Blackwood (SA) 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 Blackwood (SA), 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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