Deakin pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Deakin is moderate; eucalyptus is moderate; acacia and cypress are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains low, eucalyptus remains moderate, acacia 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 | 11/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 18/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 49/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, in the wider area, river oak crowds the water's edge here, a well-known contributor to local casuarina pollen counts. Nearby, in the wider area, woodland dominated by eucalypt and wattle, with wattle the more potent allergen of the two. This area, within easy reach, has a park whose lawns and ornamental plane trees quietly add to local pollen levels.
The waterside river oak is consistently first to release pollen each year, hitting its peak before most other trees flower, around July into September. By late winter, eucalypt and wattle in the woods take over, topping out in the August-to-September stretch. Grass pollen builds through spring and peaks in November, before gradually tapering off through the peak of summer into February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Australian Capital Territory
Is pollen high in Deakin right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Deakin are moderate. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Deakin tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Deakin will be different from today, with myrtle at moderate levels, cypress at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Deakin 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 Deakin?
On 20 September 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Deakin. acacia and cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Deakin?
How often is the Deakin pollen forecast updated?
The Deakin pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Deakin 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 Deakin 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 Deakin, 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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