Manly pollen forecast — Northern Lookout neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Northern Lookout, Manly is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected, 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) | Low | 12/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, within easy reach, river oak grows along the bank here, releasing fine wind-borne pollen typical of casuarina species. Located within the local area, this area has tree cover made up mostly of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a well-known seasonal trigger. Neighboring areas with similar land cover tend to show a closely matching pollen mix.
River oak by the water is typically first out of the gate, climbing steadily from mid-winter into September. Eucalypt and wattle in the woods pick up where river oak leaves off, generally peaking somewhere between August and October. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through spring, peaking in November, holding through the summer months before tapering off by late February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Manly right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Manly are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Manly tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Manly will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Manly this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Manly?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Manly. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Manly?
How often is the Manly pollen forecast updated?
The Manly pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Manly 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 Manly 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 Manly, 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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