Maitland pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Maitland is high; cypress is high; acacia is moderate; eucalyptus is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia remains moderate, cypress declining, 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) | Moderate | 50/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 61/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 38/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Maitland sits on the fertile Hunter River floodplain, historically valued for agriculture and now bordered by the vineyards the wider Hunter Valley is famous for. Riverine eucalypt and casuarina line the waterways, while wattle and native shrubs persist in reserves. Introduced pasture grasses cover cleared floodplain paddocks, and the historic town centre carries a mix of native and exotic street plantings, giving Maitland a broad pollen exposure across trees, vines and grasses.
Maitland's position on the Hunter River floodplain gives it warm, humid summers and a solid TEMP-region pollen season. Eucalypt and wattle pollen appear from August, joined by introduced trees along the historic town's older streets, while grasses across the surrounding floodplain and nearby vineyard country peak October to December. Humidity and river-valley conditions can concentrate pollen on still days, and spring thunderstorms rolling through the Hunter carry the same asthma-trigger risk documented across the broader region.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Maitland right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Maitland are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Maitland tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Maitland will be different from today, with acacia at moderate levels and cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Maitland 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 Maitland?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Maitland. acacia and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Maitland?
How often is the Maitland pollen forecast updated?
The Maitland pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Maitland 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 Maitland 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 Maitland, 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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