Mascot Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Mascot is low; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, acacia at low levels, cypress at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; acacia, cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; eucalyptus will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 9/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 12/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 15/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around the heart of Mascot is mostly built-up land, with some open grassland. A watercourse nearby means riverside trees such as willow are part of the local pollen picture. Olive stands out as the main allergenic tree nearby. Grasses also feature strongly, alongside pigweed and pellitory among the weeds. Compared with most places, olive is especially widespread here, which makes it one of the key local allergens.
Tree pollen peaks in early spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and olive is in full flower. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. Later, pigweed and pellitory keep weed pollen in the air from early summer into early fall. The olive period in early 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 Mascot right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Mascot.
Will pollen levels change in Mascot tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Mascot will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Mascot this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Mascot?
On 10 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Mascot.
When is pollen season in Mascot?
How often is the Mascot pollen forecast updated?
The Mascot pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Mascot 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 Mascot 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 Mascot, 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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