Broken Hill pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Broken Hill is none Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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The country around Broken Hill is dominated by saltbush and other chenopod shrubs, with scattered mulga woodland and sparse native grasses on the surrounding plains. Within town, plantings are limited by the dry climate, though hardy natives and some introduced trees provide shade in streets and parks. This far-western NSW mining town has little of the dense eucalypt forest found closer to the coast, so most pollen sources are low shrubs and grasses rather than trees.

Today - 9 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 10 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Air quality in Broken Hill

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Broken Hill right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Broken Hill.

Will pollen levels change in Broken Hill tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Broken Hill will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Broken Hill this week?

According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Broken Hill?

On 9 August 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Broken Hill.

When is pollen season in Broken Hill?
Broken Hill's semi-arid climate means pollen is driven more by rainfall timing than by calendar season. Native shrubs and grasses across the surrounding chenopod plains flower opportunistically after rain, which can occur in any month, though warmer months typically see faster germination and flowering once moisture arrives. During extended dry spells, which are common, pollen output drops close to zero. Compared with temperate cities, overall pollen load is low and irregular, with occasional short bursts rather than a defined spring peak.
How often is the Broken Hill pollen forecast updated?

The Broken Hill pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Broken Hill 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 Broken Hill 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 Broken Hill, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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