Lithgow pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Lithgow is low; acacia is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days acacia will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Lithgow's elevated valley setting is ringed by dense eucalypt forest and state forest typical of the Blue Mountains' western fall, a legacy of the area's historic coal mining and industrial past now surrounded by regenerating bushland. Wattle and native understorey shrubs are common in surrounding reserves, while cleared valley floor supports limited grazing pasture. This forested, mountainous backdrop gives Lithgow a pollen profile weighted toward native eucalypt and wattle rather than open grassland.

Today - 16 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    4/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 17 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    6/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Lithgow right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Lithgow are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Lithgow tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Lithgow will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Lithgow this week?

According to the five-day outlook, acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while myrtle pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Lithgow?

On 16 July 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Lithgow. cypress and myrtle are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Lithgow?
Perched on the western edge of the Blue Mountains at over 900 metres elevation, Lithgow has one of the cooler, later pollen seasons in the TEMP region. Eucalypt forest surrounding the town releases pollen from late August, with wattle following soon after, while grasses in cleared valley pockets peak October to December. The surrounding mountain terrain can trap cool air and smoke in the valley, and spring storms rolling off the escarpment carry the same asthma-trigger risk seen across the broader region.
How often is the Lithgow pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Lithgow 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 Lithgow 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 Lithgow, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Lithgow.

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