Hale pollen forecast — Ross River neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Ross River, Hale is low; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia increasing, cypress at moderate levels, eucalyptus at low levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 10/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 42/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 14/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Located in the wider area, this area has a stand of river oak lines the water, a reliable source of casuarina pollen through the warmer months. Nearby, in the wider area, a mix of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a notorious trigger for hay fever across southern Australia. Surrounding neighborhoods with similar tree cover typically see a closely comparable pollen mix.
In Ross River, the nearby eucalypt and wattle stands take the lead as winter turns to spring, generally peaking somewhere between August and October. The waterside river oak is consistently first to release pollen each year, peaking in mid-winter through September. Grass pollen builds through spring and peaks in November, then persisting at a reduced but still meaningful level into the new year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Territory
Is pollen high in Hale right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Hale are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Hale tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Hale will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels, grass at low levels and acacia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Hale this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, grass, and acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Hale?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Hale. cypress, myrtle, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Hale?
How often is the Hale pollen forecast updated?
The Hale pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Hale 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 Hale 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 Hale, 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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