Kurnell pollen forecast — Joseph Banks Memorial neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Joseph Banks Memorial, Kurnell is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 3/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 6/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, close by, the riverbank shelters river oak, whose pollen spreads readily on the wind from spring onward. Woods composed largely of eucalypt with wattle at the margins, a combination tied to sharp late-winter pollen spikes; this sits within the neighborhood's edge. Nearby, within the neighborhood's edge, parkland with regularly mown grass and planted plane trees, both sources of seasonal pollen.
The water-adjacent river oak is an early riser, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. The nearby eucalypt and wattle stands take the lead as winter turns to spring, typically the year's sharpest tree-pollen spell, centered on wattle's flowering in August and September. Grass pollen counts rise through spring, reaching their peak around November, before staying elevated through the summer months into late January.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Kurnell right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kurnell are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Kurnell tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kurnell will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kurnell this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, acacia, and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kurnell?
On 20 September 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Kurnell. acacia and cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass 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 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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