Goulburn pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Goulburn is low; acacia is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days acacia will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Goulburn's Southern Tablelands setting supports open grazing country historically built on the wool industry, with introduced pasture grasses dominating the cleared paddocks around town. Street plantings favour hardy exotics like elm, oak and plane alongside native eucalypts, while remnant woodland patches persist on rockier tableland terrain. The elevation and cooler climate give Goulburn a slightly delayed pollen season compared to lowland NSW, but with a similar mix of introduced tree and grass allergens.

Today - 16 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    2/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 17 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    13/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Goulburn right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Goulburn are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Goulburn tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Goulburn will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Goulburn this week?

According to the five-day outlook, acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while myrtle pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Goulburn?

On 16 July 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Goulburn. cypress and myrtle are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Goulburn?
Goulburn's elevated position on the Southern Tablelands brings a cooler pollen season than lowland NSW, with frosts common into early spring. Tree pollen from eucalypts and introduced elms and oaks lining the historic streets appears from August, while grass pollen across the surrounding grazing country builds through October and peaks by December. The tablelands' cold-then-warm spring swings, combined with occasional thunderstorms, can produce sharp grass-pollen spikes, echoing the storm-triggered asthma risk documented across southeastern Australia.
How often is the Goulburn pollen forecast updated?

The Goulburn pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Goulburn 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 Goulburn 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 Goulburn, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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