Inverell pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Inverell is high; acacia and cypress are high; eucalyptus is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 68/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 55/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 69/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 55/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Inverell's elevated granite-country setting on the New England Tablelands supports grazing and cropping on cleared, undulating land, historically also known for sapphire mining. Remnant eucalypt woodland persists on rockier terrain and along waterways, with wattle and native shrubs common in reserves. Introduced pasture grasses dominate open paddocks, giving Inverell a pollen calendar built around native tree flowering in late winter and grass pollen through the tableland spring.
Sitting on the elevated New England Tablelands, Inverell has a cooler pollen season than lowland NSW, with frosts persisting into early spring. Eucalypt and wattle pollen build from August, while grasses across the surrounding grazing and cropping country peak October to December, slightly later than warmer inland districts. The tablelands' sharp temperature swings between cold mornings and warm afternoons, combined with spring storms, create the same thunderstorm-asthma risk profile recognised across the broader temperate southeast.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Inverell right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Inverell are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Inverell tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Inverell will be similar to today, with acacia at high levels, cypress at high levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Inverell this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Inverell?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Inverell. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Inverell?
How often is the Inverell pollen forecast updated?
The Inverell pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Inverell 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 Inverell 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 Inverell, 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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