Dubbo pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Dubbo is moderate; acacia and cypress are moderate; eucalyptus is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains moderate, eucalyptus remains low, acacia declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 34/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 23/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Dubbo sits amid the river red gum corridors of the Macquarie River, with surrounding plains given over to cropping and grazing on the semi-arid transitional country between the tablelands and the western plains. Eucalypt woodland and wattle scrub persist along waterways and travelling-stock reserves, while open paddocks carry introduced pasture and cereal grasses. The mix of riverine forest and broadacre farmland shapes a pollen calendar dominated by native trees early and grasses through the warmer months.
Dubbo's inland location on the Macquarie River gives it a slightly more compressed pollen season than the coast. Eucalypt and wattle trees release pollen from August, with river red gums along the Macquarie adding to the tree count. Grasses across the surrounding cropping and grazing plains peak from October through December, often intensified by warm, dry inland conditions that carry pollen further on the wind. Thunderstorms crossing the plains in spring can trigger rapid asthma flare-ups, a known risk across inland NSW during peak grass season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Dubbo right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Dubbo are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Dubbo tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Dubbo will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels and acacia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Dubbo this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Dubbo?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Dubbo. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Dubbo?
How often is the Dubbo pollen forecast updated?
The Dubbo pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Dubbo 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 Dubbo 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 Dubbo, 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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