Centre of Australia - Median point, Hugh Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Centre of Australia - Median point, Hugh is low; acacia, cypress, and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) acacia increasing, cypress increasing, grass increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and grass will decrease; eucalyptus will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 21/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 40/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This site in Hugh is surrounded mainly by scrubland, which covers around 78% of the nearby area, with some open grassland. A nearby park adds mown lawns and planted trees to the local pollen mix. In the immediate area, scrubland contributes pollen from shrubs, grasses and herbs. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 25°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. Within each of these periods, warm, dry and windy days push levels higher, while rain clears the air.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Territory
Is pollen high in Hugh right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Hugh are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Hugh tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Hugh will be different from today, with grass, acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Hugh this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, acacia, and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Hugh?
On 7 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Hugh. acacia and cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Hugh?
How often is the Hugh pollen forecast updated?
The Hugh pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Hugh 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 Hugh 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 Hugh, 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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