Canberra pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Canberra are moderate. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Canberra will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, myrtle at medium levels

According to the five-day outlook, acacia and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

On 9 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Canberra. acacia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.

Canberra's pollen season runs from August through January, with tree pollen from eucalypts, wattle, and introduced elms and oaks peaking in August and September and rye grass pollen from October to December, a period that has previously coincided with major thunderstorm asthma events in the region, making spring a particularly significant time for pollen-sensitive residents across the national capital. The city's dry, continental-influenced climate can produce particularly sharp pollen spikes during warm, windy spring days.

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

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.

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 Canberra, 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.