Mallacoota pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Mallacoota is high; cypress and eucalyptus are high; acacia is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 51/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 70/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 53/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 70/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Mallacoota, tucked into Victoria's far east coast, combines coastal heath and banksia scrub on its sandy soils with coastal tea-tree along the foreshore and extensive eucalypt forest inland, part of the Croajingolong ranges. Paperbark fringes the inlet's quieter shorelines. The relatively undeveloped forest-and-heath surrounds give Mallacoota one of the more native-vegetation-dominated profiles among Victorian coastal towns, with comparatively little agricultural or exotic garden influence.
Mallacoota's remote position on Victoria's far east coast, ringed by national park, keeps its pollen season relatively mild and forest-influenced. Eucalypt and coastal banksia flower from late August, while grass pollen is more limited than in farming districts, given the town's bushland surrounds, and peaks modestly in November. Onshore breezes off the lakes and ocean help keep counts lower here than in cleared agricultural parts of Gippsland.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Mallacoota right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Mallacoota are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Mallacoota tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Mallacoota will be similar to today, with acacia at moderate levels, cypress at high levels, myrtle at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Mallacoota this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Mallacoota?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Mallacoota. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Mallacoota?
How often is the Mallacoota pollen forecast updated?
The Mallacoota pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Mallacoota 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 Mallacoota 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 Mallacoota, 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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