Kempsey pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (9 August) pollen in Kempsey is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (10 August 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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The Macleay Valley around Kempsey supports dairy and beef grazing pasture alongside remnant eucalypt woodland, casuarina along the river, and melaleuca in low-lying wetland areas. Nearby forested ranges to the west add a further eucalypt and native forest influence to the town's pollen exposure, with state forest country providing a substantial backdrop to the valley. Community parkland along the river adds a further band of established shade trees close to the town centre.
Today - 9 August
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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
9/100
-
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 - 10 August
-
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
3/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
Air quality in Kempsey
View air qualityFrequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Kempsey right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Kempsey are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Kempsey tomorrow?
On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Kempsey will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kempsey this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kempsey?
On 9 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Kempsey. acacia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kempsey?
How often is the Kempsey pollen forecast updated?
The Kempsey pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kempsey 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 Kempsey 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 Kempsey, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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