Byron Hinterland pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Byron Hinterland is low; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress increasing, acacia at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 52/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The Byron hinterland is dominated by subtropical rainforest remnants and macadamia plantations climbing the volcanic caldera slopes behind Byron Bay. Camphor laurel, naturalised after historic clearing, forms dense stands along creek flats, while paperbark wetlands sit in low-lying pockets. Hoop pine emerges above the rainforest canopy on steeper ridges. Dairy pasture occupies cleared valley floors. This mix of regrowth rainforest and camphor laurel gives the hinterland a denser tree-pollen profile than the coast itself.
Despite lying inland from Byron Bay, this hinterland district is coded to a cooler seasonal pattern than the coast, with a more defined spring pollen run than the near-year-round subtropical grind of the beach towns. Eucalypt forest and wattle across the hinterland ridges flower from August, and grass pollen from cleared pasture and small farms peaks October-November. Elevation and denser tree cover mean mornings can hold mist and pollen in the valleys before it lifts and disperses later in the day.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Byron Hinterland right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Byron Hinterland are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Byron Hinterland tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Byron Hinterland will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, myrtle at low levels and cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Byron Hinterland this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Byron Hinterland?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Byron Hinterland. acacia, myrtle, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Byron Hinterland?
How often is the Byron Hinterland pollen forecast updated?
The Byron Hinterland pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Byron Hinterland 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 Hinterland 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 Hinterland, 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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