Gilgandra pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Gilgandra is high; acacia is high; cypress and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains high, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
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) | High | 52/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 23/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 11/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 69/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 39/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Gilgandra sits in the wheat-sheep belt of central-west NSW, where cypress pine and box eucalypt woodland once covered the plains before clearing for cropping. Wheat and other cereal crops now dominate the landscape, with pasture grasses on grazing country. Remnant cypress pine stands persist on rocky ridges and travelling stock reserves. River red gum follows the nearby Castlereagh River. Cereal crop flowering and grass pollen together define most of the growing season here.
Gilgandra sits at the edge of the wheat belt where the plains meet the Warrumbungles, and its pollen season is grass-dominated, running from September through November as surrounding paddocks head into seed. Wattle and eucalypt around the nearby ranges flower earlier, from August. Being further inland and drier than coastal NSW, the town's grass pollen season can be sharper and more weather-dependent, with counts spiking after rain breaks a dry spell and pasture growth surges.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Gilgandra right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Gilgandra are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Gilgandra tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Gilgandra will be different from today, with acacia at high levels and cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Gilgandra 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 Gilgandra?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Gilgandra. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Gilgandra?
How often is the Gilgandra pollen forecast updated?
The Gilgandra pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Gilgandra 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 Gilgandra 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 Gilgandra, 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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