Carrolls Creek pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Carrolls Creek is moderate; eucalyptus is moderate; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing, acacia at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 39/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 57/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 70/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A stand of river oak lines the water, a reliable source of casuarina pollen through the warmer months; this sits within the neighborhood. Tree cover made up mostly of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a well-known seasonal trigger; this sits near this part of town. Year-to-year swings in rainfall and wind can shift this picture somewhat either way.
The waterside river oak is consistently first to release pollen each year, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, peaking as wattle comes into full flower, generally August into September. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its November high, holding through the summer months before tapering off by late February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Carrolls Creek right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Carrolls Creek are moderate. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Carrolls Creek tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Carrolls Creek will be different from today, with acacia at moderate levels and cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Carrolls Creek this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Carrolls Creek?
On 16 September 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Carrolls Creek. cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass and acacia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Carrolls Creek?
How often is the Carrolls Creek pollen forecast updated?
The Carrolls Creek pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Carrolls Creek 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 Carrolls Creek 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 Carrolls Creek, 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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