Macquarie Links Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Macquarie Links is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; acacia, cypress, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 14/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 9/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 30/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 40/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 13/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Open grassland makes up around 44% of the area near the center of Macquarie Links, with a good deal of built-up land and woodland. Among allergenic trees nearby, olive is the main source. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed and plantain contribute weed pollen. Olive is unusually common here compared with most other locations, making it a particularly important local pollen source.
Tree pollen peaks in mid-spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and olive is in full flower. Grasses take over in mid-spring and keep pollen in the air into late summer. Later, pigweed and plantain keep weed pollen in the air from early summer into early fall. The olive period in mid-spring is usually the most intense time of year here.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Macquarie Links right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Macquarie Links are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Macquarie Links tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Macquarie Links will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels and acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Macquarie Links this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Macquarie Links?
On 7 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Macquarie Links. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Macquarie Links?
How often is the Macquarie Links pollen forecast updated?
The Macquarie Links pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Macquarie Links 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 Macquarie Links 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 Macquarie Links, 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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