Dunkeld Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Dunkeld is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; acacia and cypress are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains moderate, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, mold (cladosporium) increasing, eucalyptus at moderate levels, grass at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 8/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 34/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 50/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 51/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 68/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 37/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 34/100 | |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 44/100 | |
| Cladosporium | High | 51/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around the heart of Dunkeld is largely open grassland, with a good deal of farmland. The damp ground beside running water nearby supports trees, shrubs and reeds, adding to local pollen. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed contributes weed pollen. Field margins, fallow strips and pasture around the farmland add further grass and weed pollen.
Grasses take over in late spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Pigweed brings a final peak from early summer into early fall. In this dry climate, pollen can linger in the air for long spells without rain. Weather shapes each of these periods: dry, windy spells drive levels up, and showers wash pollen out of the air.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Dunkeld right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Dunkeld are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Dunkeld tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Dunkeld will be different from today, with grass at moderate levels, myrtle at moderate levels and acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Dunkeld this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, 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 Dunkeld?
On 6 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Dunkeld. cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass and myrtle are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Dunkeld?
How often is the Dunkeld pollen forecast updated?
The Dunkeld pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Dunkeld 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 Dunkeld 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 Dunkeld, 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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