Kyneton pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Updated: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST

Pollen Today

Low 16/100

Today (20 September) pollen in Kyneton is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.

Pollen Tomorrow

None 0/100

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
14/100
Cypress (Cupressaceae)
Low
15/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Low
16/100
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
ENVIRONMENT & ANALYSIS

Local Environmental Conditions

Kyneton sits in Victoria's Central Highlands near the Macedon Ranges, a cool, elevated district of grazing pasture and box-ironbark woodland; the town itself is noted for its avenues of mature exotic deciduous trees alongside native eucalypts and wattle. Seasonal flowering follows the usual temperate rhythm — wattle in late winter, eucalypt through spring, and grasses peaking as the weather warms toward summer — before pollen levels ease again in the cooler months.

Kyneton, in the elevated Macedon Ranges northwest of Melbourne, has a cooler pollen season than the surrounding lowlands, reflecting its role as a cool-climate wine district. Frosts linger later into spring, delaying tree pollen from wattle, oak and cypress until September, with grass pollen from pasture and vineyard understorey peaking October to December. The higher elevation moderates summer heat as well, allowing grass pollen exposure to persist a little longer into early summer than in warmer parts of central Victoria.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria

Is pollen high in Kyneton right now?

On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kyneton are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Kyneton tomorrow?

On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kyneton will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Kyneton this week?

According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Kyneton?

On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Kyneton. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Kyneton?
Kyneton, in the elevated Macedon Ranges northwest of Melbourne, has a cooler pollen season than the surrounding lowlands, reflecting its role as a cool-climate wine district. Frosts linger later into spring, delaying tree pollen from wattle, oak and cypress until September, with grass pollen from pasture and vineyard understorey peaking October to December. The higher elevation moderates summer heat as well, allowing grass pollen exposure to persist a little longer into early summer than in warmer parts of central Victoria.
How often is the Kyneton pollen forecast updated?

The Kyneton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Kyneton 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 Kyneton 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 Kyneton, 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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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. This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Kyneton.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Our forecasts utilize high-resolution satellite imagery from the Copernicus Sentinel-5P mission combined with a proprietary network of ground-based IoT sensors. Pollen forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset in a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

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Disclaimer

The information provided is for environmental awareness only and does not constitute medical advice. Athletes with known respiratory conditions or severe allergies should consult their physician before participating in strenuous outdoor activities based on these forecasts.

Some text on this page may be generated or summarised using artificial intelligence (AI). Wherever possible, AI-generated content is enriched with Airmine's proprietary data to improve its accuracy and relevance. However, AI-generated content may still contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.