Howlong Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Howlong is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; acacia, cypress, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, mold (cladosporium) declining, eucalyptus at moderate levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mold (cladosporium) will increase; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and mold (alternaria) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 5/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 19/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 30/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 40/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 55/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 21/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 20/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The center of Howlong is surrounded mainly by open grassland, with some built-up land and woodland. Close to running water, riverside vegetation contributes to what is in the air. There is plenty of grass pollen here too. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in late spring and keep pollen in the air into early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Howlong right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Howlong are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Howlong tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Howlong will be different from today, with myrtle at moderate levels, grass at low levels and acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Howlong this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Howlong?
On 7 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Howlong. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Howlong?
How often is the Howlong pollen forecast updated?
The Howlong pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Howlong 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 Howlong 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 Howlong, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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