Captain Cook Memorial Obelisk, Kurnell Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Captain Cook Memorial Obelisk, Kurnell is low; eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, eucalyptus increasing, acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 1/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 3/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 21/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 5/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This location in Kurnell is surrounded mainly by open water, with a good deal of woodland and some built-up land. Close to a stream or river, riverside vegetation contributes to what is in the air. Of the trees in the wider area, olive is the one that matters most for allergies. Grasses, plantain and pigweed growing in the surroundings are the main non-tree sources of pollen.
Tree pollen peaks in early spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and olive is in full flower. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. Plantain and pigweed flower through much of the warmer half of the year. Warm, damp weather from midsummer into early fall also raises mold spore levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Kurnell right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Kurnell are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Kurnell tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Kurnell will be different from today, with grass at low levels, acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels and myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kurnell this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, 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 Kurnell?
On 11 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Kurnell. grass, acacia, and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kurnell?
How often is the Kurnell pollen forecast updated?
The Kurnell pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kurnell 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 Kurnell 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 Kurnell, 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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