East Ballina Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in East Ballina is moderate; cypress is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, cypress declining, mold (cladosporium) increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 11/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 25/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 14/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 30/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 54% of the area near the center of East Ballina is woodland, with some built-up land and open grassland. Close to running water, riverside vegetation contributes to what is in the air. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Beyond the trees, grasses matter a great deal, and ragweed and pigweed are the main weed sources.
With warm weather all year, between about 20°C and 25°C, pollen is present in most months rather than in one short season. Levels tend to be highest in drier spells, especially around June. During the rainy season, frequent heavy downpours wash much of the pollen out of the air. In warm, humid weather from late spring into midwinter, mold spores add to the mix, especially after rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in East Ballina right now?
On 6 October 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 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in East Ballina will be different from today, with cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in East Ballina 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 East Ballina?
On 6 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in East Ballina. acacia, myrtle, and grass 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 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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