Canberra pollen forecast — Russell neighborhood

Today (30 August) pollen in Russell, Canberra is low; acacia and eucalyptus are low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days acacia and eucalyptus will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Nearby, nearby, wattle and casuarina line the water's edge, releasing pollen that carries easily on the wind. Plane tree and eucalypt make up the bulk of this woodland, eucalypt being the more potent allergen of the two; this sits nearby. Here, in the wider area, a green space of mown lawn and planted trees, both feeding into local grass and plantain and weed counts.

Today - 30 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    7/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    9/100

  • 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 - 31 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    7/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    9/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Canberra right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Canberra are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Canberra tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Canberra will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels, myrtle at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Canberra this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Canberra?

On 30 August 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Canberra. myrtle are also present but at lower levels. cypress and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Canberra?
In Russell, temperatures climbing to 9.9°C by September likely mark the start of the main pollen release, with humidity around 69% helping keep counts airborne. Warmer conditions by December (17.9°C, 64% humidity) sustain grass pollen through the season, before rainfall of 104mm in March and cooling toward 5.6°C in June bring the season to a close.
How often is the Canberra pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Canberra 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 Canberra 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 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 30 August 2026 at 08:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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