Carpenter Rocks Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead

Pollen Today

High 70/100

Today (11 October) pollen in Carpenter Rocks is high; cypress and eucalyptus are high; acacia and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; grass and mold (alternaria) are low.

Pollen Tomorrow

Moderate 38/100

Tomorrow (12 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, acacia declining, cypress declining, eucalyptus declining, mold (cladosporium) declining, grass no longer expected.

7-Day Trend

Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.

Updated: 11 October 2026 at 03:11 CEST
Country: Australia

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Pollen Risk

Today - 11 October

Pollen species Level Value
Acacia (Acacia)
Moderate
41/100
Cypress (Cupressaceae)
High
70/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
High
70/100
Grass (Poaceae)
Low
13/100
Mold (Alternaria)
Low
12/100
Mold (Cladosporium)
Moderate
28/100

Tomorrow - 12 October

Pollen species Level Value 7-Day Trend
Acacia (Acacia)
Low
8/100
Cypress (Cupressaceae)
Moderate
38/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Moderate
38/100
Grass (Poaceae)
None
0/100
Mold (Alternaria)
Low
5/100
Mold (Cladosporium)
Low
21/100
ENVIRONMENT & ANALYSIS

Local Environmental Conditions

The heart of Carpenter Rocks is surrounded mainly by woodland, with a good deal of open grassland. The damp ground beside running water nearby supports trees, shrubs and reeds, adding to local pollen. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Grasses add a sizeable share of the local pollen.

Month by month, trees are the first to release pollen, with a peak around early spring. Grasses take over from mid-spring, with the highest levels around late spring and pollen lingering until midsummer. Weeds take the season into its final stretch, adding modest amounts of pollen from early summer into early fall.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia

Is pollen high in Carpenter Rocks right now?

On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Carpenter Rocks are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle, acacia, and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Carpenter Rocks tomorrow?

On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Carpenter Rocks will be different from today, with acacia, cypress, myrtle continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Carpenter Rocks this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Carpenter Rocks?

On 11 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Carpenter Rocks. myrtle, acacia, and grass are also present but at lower levels.

When is pollen season in Carpenter Rocks?
Month by month, trees are the first to release pollen, with a peak around early spring. Grasses take over from mid-spring, with the highest levels around late spring and pollen lingering until midsummer. Weeds take the season into its final stretch, adding modest amounts of pollen from early summer into early fall.
How often is the Carpenter Rocks pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Carpenter Rocks 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 Carpenter Rocks 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 Carpenter Rocks, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.

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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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. This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Carpenter Rocks.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 11 October 2026 at 03:11 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Airmine combines satellite observations, weather forecasts and machine learning to forecast pollen, air quality and mold risk. For pollen, vegetation maps and weather data help predict season onset and exposure at 400 × 400 metre resolution. For air quality, we refine Copernicus CAMS forecasts using local factors such as roads, emissions and terrain. For routes, data is updated dynamically to provide accurate exposure metrics along the specific race corridor coordinates.

Our models are calibrated against millions of professional monitoring records and updated four times daily as new data becomes available.

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Disclaimer

The information provided is for environmental awareness only and does not constitute medical advice. Athletes with known respiratory conditions or severe allergies should consult their physician before participating in strenuous outdoor activities based on these forecasts.

Some text on this page may be generated or summarised using artificial intelligence (AI). Wherever possible, AI-generated content is enriched with Airmine's proprietary data to improve its accuracy and relevance. However, AI-generated content may still contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.