Melbourne pollen forecast — Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains low, eucalyptus remains low, cypress increasing.
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) | Low | 6/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The MCG is a turf cricket oval set within Yarra Park's inner-city parkland, where mature river red gum and other remnant eucalypts stand among the surrounding lawns; the stadium's own surface is closely mown couch and ryegrass turf. As with much of temperate south-eastern Australia, grass pollen is the dominant late-spring concern locally, with an earlier and shorter wattle peak through August and September providing the season's first flush.
Cricket season at the MCG runs straight through Melbourne's ryegrass peak, with grass pollen dominating outfield and stands from October to December just as Test and Big Bash crowds fill the ground. Wattle and eucalypt pollen has already been building since August, joined by introduced plane, oak and elm across the surrounding parklands. The spring pattern of warm northerlies followed by sudden cool changes - the same setup behind 2016's thunderstorm asthma event - means outdoor fixtures here carry a real seasonal risk for hay fever sufferers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Melbourne right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Melbourne are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Melbourne tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Melbourne will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, myrtle at low levels and cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Melbourne 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 Melbourne?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Melbourne. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Melbourne?
How often is the Melbourne pollen forecast updated?
The Melbourne pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne, 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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