Cooma pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Cooma is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 12/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 11/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Cooma sits on the edge of the Snowy Mountains high country, where snow gum and candlebark woodland gives way to open grazing pasture; wattle blooms through late winter and spring, and introduced pines and poplars planted as windbreaks add to the town's pollen load. Seasonal flowering follows the usual temperate rhythm — wattle in late winter, eucalypt through spring, and grasses peaking as the weather warms toward summer — before pollen levels ease again in the cooler months.
As a gateway to the Snowy Mountains, Cooma sits at altitude with a distinctly cold, dry high-country climate that delays its pollen season compared with lowland NSW. Frosts often linger into October, holding back tree flowering until late spring, while grass pollen, largely from introduced pasture species, peaks in a compressed window through November and December. The short, intense summer growing period means pollen levels can spike quickly once conditions warm, though the season overall is shorter than in Sydney or the Riverina.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Cooma right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Cooma are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cooma tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Cooma will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cooma this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, acacia, and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cooma?
On 20 September 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Cooma. acacia and cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cooma?
How often is the Cooma pollen forecast updated?
The Cooma pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cooma 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 Cooma 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 Cooma, 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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