Glen Waverley pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Glen Waverley is moderate; acacia and cypress are moderate; eucalyptus is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains moderate, 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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Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 42/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 43/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 59/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 39/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A stand of river oak lines the water, a reliable source of casuarina pollen through the warmer months; this sits close to this spot. A stand of eucalypt with wattle through the understorey, wattle ranked among the region's sharpest allergens, in the vicinity. This area, near this part of town, has a green space of mown lawn and planted plane trees, both feeding into local pollen counts.
The waterside river oak is consistently first to release pollen each year, starting well before the main spring rush, topping out around September. As spring approaches, eucalypt and wattle in the nearby woodland become the dominant source, climbing steadily through late winter to a peak in August or September. Through spring, grass pollen climbs steadily toward its November peak, holding through the summer months before tapering off by late February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Glen Waverley right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Glen Waverley are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Glen Waverley tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Glen Waverley will be different from today, with acacia at moderate levels and cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Glen Waverley 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 Glen Waverley?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Glen Waverley. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Glen Waverley?
How often is the Glen Waverley pollen forecast updated?
The Glen Waverley pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Glen Waverley 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 Glen Waverley 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 Glen Waverley, 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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