East Ballina pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in East Ballina is moderate; cypress is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress remains moderate, acacia at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
River oak lines the bank, contributing some of the season's more persistent wind-borne pollen, just outside the immediate area. A canopy of eucalypt threaded with wattle, wattle chief among them for allergenic potency here; this sits within the local area. Green space with maintained lawn and planted plane trees, both contributing to seasonal pollen counts; this sits within the local area.
The bank's river oak kicks off the pollen season ahead of the rest, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. Eucalypt and wattle in the woods pick up where river oak leaves off, reaching maximum intensity across the August-September window. Grass pollen climbs toward a November peak, holding through the summer months before tapering off by late February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in East Ballina right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in East Ballina are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in East Ballina tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in East Ballina will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels, acacia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in East Ballina this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in East Ballina?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in East Ballina. myrtle, grass, and acacia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in East Ballina?
How often is the East Ballina pollen forecast updated?
The East Ballina pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in East Ballina 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 East Ballina 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 East Ballina, 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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