Central Coast pollen forecast — East Gosford neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in East Gosford, Central Coast is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
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) | Low | 5/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 16/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 8/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 29/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A wooded stretch of plane tree and eucalypt, with eucalypt responsible for some of the sharpest spring counts; this sits close by. Here, within easy reach, a stretch of mown parkland where turf and ornamental trees feed local grass and plantain and weed pollen. Year-to-year swings in rainfall and wind can shift this picture somewhat either way.
In East Gosford, temperatures climbing to 16.2°C by September likely mark the start of the main pollen release, with humidity around 66% helping keep counts airborne. Warmer conditions by December (22.0°C, 69% humidity) sustain grass pollen through the season, before rainfall of 200mm in March and cooling toward 12.2°C in June bring the season to a close.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Central Coast right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Central Coast are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Central Coast tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Central Coast will be different from today, with acacia at low levels and myrtle, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Central Coast this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, acacia, and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Central Coast?
On 16 September 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Central Coast. acacia and cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Central Coast?
How often is the Central Coast pollen forecast updated?
The Central Coast pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Central Coast 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 Central Coast 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 Central Coast, 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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