Hamilton pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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Hamilton's Western District setting is defined by cleared basalt plains given over to sheep and cattle grazing, historically the foundation of the town's wool wealth. Remnant eucalypt woodland and wattle scrub persist in reserves and along the region's volcanic crater lakes, while introduced pasture grasses dominate open paddocks. The nearby Grampians add a forested backdrop, but Hamilton's immediate pollen exposure is shaped mainly by grazing-land grasses and scattered native trees.

Today - 16 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    19/100

  • 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):

    None

    0/100

  • 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 Hamilton right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Hamilton tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Hamilton will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Hamilton this week?

According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Hamilton?

On 16 July 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Hamilton. acacia and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Hamilton?
Known as Victoria's "Wool City," Hamilton sits on the basalt plains of the Western District, where sheep grazing shapes the landscape and pollen calendar alike. Eucalypt and wattle flower from August, with introduced pasture grasses across the volcanic plains peaking October to December. The region's proximity to the Grampians and its volcanic lakes district brings cooler, changeable spring weather, and the same warm-to-storm transitions that trigger thunderstorm asthma elsewhere in southeastern Australia are a recognised spring risk here too.
How often is the Hamilton pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton, 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 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Hamilton.

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