Nords Wharf, Lake Macquarie Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Nords Wharf, Lake Macquarie is low; eucalyptus is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) eucalyptus increasing, acacia at low levels, cypress 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 - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 49% of the area near this location in Lake Macquarie is open water, with a good deal of woodland. With Lake Macquarie nearby, lakeside vegetation along its shore contributes to the local mix. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Grasses are a major source, with plantain adding to the weed pollen load.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. Plantain flowers through much of the warmer half of the year. Rain is heaviest in fall, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Lake Macquarie right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Lake Macquarie are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Lake Macquarie tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Lake Macquarie will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, grass at low levels, acacia at low levels and myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lake Macquarie this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, grass, and acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Lake Macquarie?
On 10 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Lake Macquarie. cypress, grass, and acacia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Lake Macquarie?
How often is the Lake Macquarie pollen forecast updated?
The Lake Macquarie pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lake Macquarie 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 Lake Macquarie 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 Lake Macquarie, 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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