Emerald (VIC) Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (13 October) pollen in Emerald (VIC) is high; cypress and eucalyptus are high; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; acacia, grass, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (14 October 2026) cypress remains high, eucalyptus remains high, grass remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, and mold (alternaria) will increase; mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 13 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 25/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 52/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 70/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 8/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 9/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 30/100 |
Tomorrow - 14 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 58/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 70/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 43/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 86% of the area near the center of Emerald (VIC) is woodland, with some open water. Maple is among the allergenic trees nearby. Grass pollen is plentiful, while plantain leads among the weeds. Gaps in the canopy, trails and forest edges give grasses and herbs room to grow. Much of the pollen in dense woodland is released high in the canopy, where the wind carries it easily.
Tree pollen peaks in early spring, when the weather warms to around 10°C and maple is in full flower. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. The season closes with plantain from mid-spring into early fall. Spring is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Emerald (VIC) right now?
On 13 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Emerald (VIC) are high. Eucalyptus is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, grass, and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Emerald (VIC) tomorrow?
On 14 October 2026, pollen conditions in Emerald (VIC) will be different from today, with grass at low levels, eucalyptus at high levels, cypress at high levels and acacia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Emerald (VIC) this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, eucalyptus, cypress, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Emerald (VIC)?
On 13 October 2026, Eucalyptus is the dominant pollen source in Emerald (VIC). cypress, grass, and acacia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Emerald (VIC)?
How often is the Emerald (VIC) pollen forecast updated?
The Emerald (VIC) pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Emerald (VIC) 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 Emerald (VIC) 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 Emerald (VIC), 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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