District of Molonglo Valley pollen forecast — Primates neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Primates, District of Molonglo Valley is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected, eucalyptus 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 | 16/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 18/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
River oak crowds the water's edge here, a well-known contributor to local casuarina pollen counts, a short distance from here. Eucalypt and wattle growing together, with wattle's fine pollen especially potent during its short flowering window; this sits not far from here. Nearby, a short distance from here, mown grass and planted plane trees in a nearby park, adding to the seasonal pollen mix.
Along the waterway, river oak releases pollen first, hitting its peak before most other trees flower, around July into September. Woodland eucalypt and wattle pick up the pace next, through late winter into spring, peaking as wattle comes into full flower, generally August into September. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its November high, then persisting at a reduced but still meaningful level into the new year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Australian Capital Territory
Is pollen high in District of Molonglo Valley right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in District of Molonglo Valley are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in District of Molonglo Valley tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in District of Molonglo Valley will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in District of Molonglo Valley 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 District of Molonglo Valley?
On 20 September 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in District of Molonglo Valley. acacia and cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in District of Molonglo Valley?
How often is the District of Molonglo Valley pollen forecast updated?
The District of Molonglo Valley pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in District of Molonglo Valley 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 District of Molonglo Valley 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 District of Molonglo Valley, 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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