Five Ways Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Five Ways is high; acacia is high; cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; eucalyptus and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) eucalyptus remains low, grass remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia declining, cypress declining, mold (alternaria) 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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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 52/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 45/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 46/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 39/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | High | 51/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 49/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around the heart of Five Ways is open grassland, with a good deal of farmland and some woodland. With running water close by, riverside vegetation contributes to the local mix. Locally, open grassland and farmland add grass and weed pollen. Field margins, fallow strips and pasture around the farmland add further grass and weed pollen.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking around early spring. Grasses take over from early spring, with the highest levels around late spring and pollen lingering until midsummer. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall, from plants on verges and waste ground. Actual levels on any given day depend on the weather, with dry, breezy days the worst and wet days the mildest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Five Ways right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Five Ways are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, grass, and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Five Ways tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Five Ways will be different from today, with grass at low levels, myrtle at low levels and acacia, cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Five Ways this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Five Ways?
On 10 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Five Ways. cypress, grass, and myrtle are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Five Ways?
How often is the Five Ways pollen forecast updated?
The Five Ways pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Five Ways 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 Five Ways 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 Five Ways, 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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