Diamond Head Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Diamond Head is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) eucalyptus remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, cypress increasing, acacia at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, and mold (alternaria) will increase; mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 7/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 8/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 29/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 10/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 34/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 31% of the area near the heart of Diamond Head is woodland, with a good deal of wetland and open water. Close to a watercourse, riverside vegetation contributes to what is in the air. With this much woodland around, trees are an important local pollen source. Grass pollen is a substantial part of the local mix as well.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grass pollen follows, peaking in mid-spring and easing off by early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Warm, damp weather from midsummer into mid-fall also raises mold spore levels. Dry, sunny and breezy weather raises levels within each period, and steady rain brings them down.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Diamond Head right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Diamond Head are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Diamond Head tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Diamond Head will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, myrtle at low levels and cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Diamond Head this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Diamond Head?
On 6 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Diamond Head. myrtle are also present but at lower levels. acacia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Diamond Head?
How often is the Diamond Head pollen forecast updated?
The Diamond Head pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Diamond Head 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 Diamond Head 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 Diamond Head, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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