Forster pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Forster is low; acacia and cypress are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress increasing, 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) | Low | 3/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 8/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Forster's coastal heathland and wallum vegetation, protected in pockets of Booti Booti National Park, feature banksia, tea-tree and coastal eucalypt woodland typical of the Great Lakes region. Wallis Lake's foreshores support paperbark and casuarina stands alongside residential plantings of native and introduced species. This coastal heath-and-lake environment gives Forster a pollen mix centred on native trees and shrubs, with pasture grasses confined mostly to cleared rural land further inland.
Forster's mid-north coast setting on Wallis Lake gives it a milder, sea-breeze-moderated pollen season than inland NSW. Coastal eucalypts, banksia and wattle flower from August, with the surrounding wallum heath and Booti Booti National Park contributing native pollen through spring. Grass pollen builds more gradually here than inland, peaking October to December, and onshore breezes off the Tasman Sea help disperse pollen more than in landlocked towns, though warm offshore winds ahead of storms can still trigger localized spikes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Forster right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Forster are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Forster tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Forster will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, myrtle at low levels and cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Forster this week?
According to the five-day outlook, 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 Forster?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Forster. cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass and myrtle are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Forster?
How often is the Forster pollen forecast updated?
The Forster pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Forster 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 Forster 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 Forster, 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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