Dandenong pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Dandenong is none Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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As a hub at the base of the Dandenong Ranges, the area transitions from industrial and residential streetscape to mountain-ash and fern-gully forest just a short drive north. Local parks and reserves mix eucalypts, wattle and introduced street trees, while the flatter surrounding country supports grazing pasture and market gardens. This blend of native forest fringe and cleared grassland gives Dandenong a pollen mix spanning tall eucalypt canopy, acacia, and seasonal grasses.

Today - 9 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 10 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Dandenong right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Dandenong.

Will pollen levels change in Dandenong tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Dandenong will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Dandenong this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Dandenong?

On 9 August 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Dandenong.

When is pollen season in Dandenong?
Dandenong's pollen season follows the standard southeastern pattern but with an added twist from its position at the foot of the forested Dandenong Ranges. Eucalypt and wattle pollen rise from August, and by October ryegrass and other pasture grasses across the surrounding plains become the dominant allergen, peaking into December. The nearby ranges' dense tree cover can funnel spring storm systems toward the suburb, raising the same thunderstorm-asthma risk documented across Melbourne's east in 2016. Grass pollen typically eases by January as summer heat sets in.
How often is the Dandenong pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Dandenong 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 Dandenong 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 Dandenong, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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