Darwin pollen forecast — Parap neighborhood

Today (9 August) pollen in Parap, Darwin is low; cypress and eucalyptus are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and eucalyptus will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Compact inner suburb known for its village market precinct; street plantings favour tropical shade trees such as poinciana, mango and rain trees, with pockets of monsoon vine forest remnant in nearby gullies. Adjoining savanna woodland fringes contribute eucalypt and acacia pollen through the build-up. Humidity and dense canopy cover keep dispersal localized, with the main pollen spikes tied to the October–December wet-season onset.

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):

    Low

    8/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    4/100

  • 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):

    Low

    6/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    2/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Other Landmarks in Darwin

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Sports venues in Darwin

Darwin Golf Club Marrara Cricket Ground TIO Stadium (Marrara Oval)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Darwin right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Darwin are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Darwin tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Darwin will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Darwin this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Darwin?

On 9 August 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Darwin. myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass and acacia are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Darwin?
Parap's inner-Darwin streets see the territory's classic tropical pattern, grass pollen from local parks and sportsgrounds building through the dry season from May to October, and tree pollen from eucalypt and paperbark opening later in the dry, around August-October. Darwin's intense wet season, running November to April, suppresses pollen activity for long stretches through the humid summer months. The market precinct's established shade trees add a further modest tree pollen contribution through the dry season.
How often is the Darwin pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Darwin 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 Darwin 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 Darwin, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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