Welcome to Lightning Ridge Black Opal Country, Lightning Ridge Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Welcome to Lightning Ridge Black Opal Country, Lightning Ridge is low; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) acacia increasing, cypress at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 16/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this site in Lightning Ridge is a mix of open grassland and woodland. The damp ground beside running water nearby supports trees, shrubs and reeds, adding to local pollen. The surrounding woodland makes trees an important local pollen source. Grasses and weeds such as pigweed round out the local mix.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grass pollen follows, peaking in mid-spring and easing off by early fall. The season closes with pigweed from early summer into early fall. Spring is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Lightning Ridge right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Lightning Ridge are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Lightning Ridge tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Lightning Ridge will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels and acacia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lightning Ridge this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, grass, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Lightning Ridge?
On 6 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Lightning Ridge. cypress, myrtle, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Lightning Ridge?
How often is the Lightning Ridge pollen forecast updated?
The Lightning Ridge pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lightning Ridge 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 Lightning Ridge 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 Lightning Ridge, 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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