Byron Bay pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (4 August) pollen in Byron Bay is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (5 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days eucalyptus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Byron Bay sits where subtropical rainforest meets the coast, and its pollen profile reflects that mix: banksia and coastal heath along the dunes, paperbark (melaleuca) wetlands behind the beaches, and cypress pine on sandier flats. Hinterland hoop pine and remnant rainforest fringe the town, while jacaranda and other flowering ornamentals line residential streets. Casuarina (she-oak) is common along foreshores. Warm, humid conditions keep grasses and native flowering shrubs productive for much of the year.
Today - 4 August
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Acacia (Acacia):
None
0/100
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
Low
7/100
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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 - 5 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):
Low
2/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
Air quality in Byron Bay
View air qualityFrequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Byron Bay right now?
On 4 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Byron Bay are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Byron Bay tomorrow?
On 5 August 2026, pollen conditions in Byron Bay will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Byron Bay this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Byron Bay?
On 4 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Byron Bay. acacia and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Byron Bay?
How often is the Byron Bay pollen forecast updated?
The Byron Bay pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Byron Bay 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 Byron Bay 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 Byron Bay, 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: 4 August 2026 at 16:38 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Byron Bay.
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