Corowa pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Updated: 16 September 2026 at 20:30 CEST

Pollen Today

Moderate 34/100

Today (16 September) pollen in Corowa is moderate; cypress is moderate; acacia and eucalyptus are low.

Pollen Tomorrow

High 52/100

Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.

7-Day Trend

Over the next week grass will increase; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease.

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Pollen Risk

Today - 16 September

Pollen species Level Value
Acacia (Acacia)
Low
17/100
Cypress (Cupressaceae)
Moderate
34/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Low
16/100
Grass (Poaceae)
None
0/100

Tomorrow - 17 September

Pollen species Level Value 7-Day Trend
Acacia (Acacia)
Moderate
35/100
Cypress (Cupressaceae)
High
52/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Moderate
35/100
Grass (Poaceae)
None
0/100
ENVIRONMENT & ANALYSIS

Local Environmental Conditions

Corowa sits on the Murray River, and river red gum forest lines the floodplain, dropping heavy pollen loads over the town in warmer months. Vineyards surround the district as part of the Rutherglen-Corowa wine region, contributing grapevine flowering in spring. Grazing paddocks carry pasture grasses, and remnant box woodland persists on higher, drier ground away from the river. Irrigation channels support willows and other water-loving exotics. River red gum is the single dominant tree influence.

Corowa's position on the Murray River in the Riverina puts it in classic inland temperate territory, dry warm summers, and a spring pollen season dominated by grass. Wattle and river red gum along the Murray flower from August, but it is rye grass and other pasture grasses across the surrounding cropping and grazing plains that dominate, peaking October into December. Being inland rather than coastal, Corowa tends to see higher, more sustained grass pollen counts through late spring than towns nearer the sea.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales

Is pollen high in Corowa right now?

On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Corowa are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and myrtle remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Corowa tomorrow?

On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Corowa will be different from today, with acacia, cypress, myrtle increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Corowa this week?

According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Corowa?

On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Corowa. acacia and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Corowa?
Corowa's position on the Murray River in the Riverina puts it in classic inland temperate territory, dry warm summers, and a spring pollen season dominated by grass. Wattle and river red gum along the Murray flower from August, but it is rye grass and other pasture grasses across the surrounding cropping and grazing plains that dominate, peaking October into December. Being inland rather than coastal, Corowa tends to see higher, more sustained grass pollen counts through late spring than towns nearer the sea.
How often is the Corowa pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Corowa 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 Corowa 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 Corowa, 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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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 Corowa.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 September 2026 at 20:30 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Our forecasts utilize high-resolution satellite imagery from the Copernicus Sentinel-5P mission combined with a proprietary network of ground-based IoT sensors. Pollen forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset in a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

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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.