Kalgoorlie pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kalgoorlie is low; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 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 - 20 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 - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 49/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 34/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 16/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Kalgoorlie sits within Goldfields woodland country, characterised by salmon gum and gimlet eucalypts, with mulga and wattle scrub further from town and spinifex grassland on the drier fringes. Vegetation here is adapted to sparse, irregular rainfall, and there is limited introduced or ornamental greenery outside residential areas. As a long-established mining centre, much of the immediate townscape is cleared or disturbed ground, with native woodland reasserting itself on the outskirts.
In Kalgoorlie, deep in WA's Goldfields, pollen season doesn't follow a strong seasonal script the way it does on the coast. Native eucalypts, wattles and grasses respond to rainfall more than to the calendar, so flowering can occur unpredictably through the year, with a general lean toward cooler months and the periods following rain events. Extended dry spells, typical of this semi-arid region, suppress pollen almost entirely. Overall levels stay modest by Australian standards, with short-lived spikes rather than a sustained high season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Western Australia
Is pollen high in Kalgoorlie right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kalgoorlie are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Kalgoorlie tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kalgoorlie 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 Kalgoorlie this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kalgoorlie?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Kalgoorlie. cypress, myrtle, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kalgoorlie?
How often is the Kalgoorlie pollen forecast updated?
The Kalgoorlie pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kalgoorlie 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 Kalgoorlie 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 Kalgoorlie, 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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