The Big Clock, Melbourne Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in The Big Clock, Melbourne is low; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) cypress increasing, acacia at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 3/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 20/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 83% of the area near this part of Melbourne is built-up land, with some woodland. The damp ground beside a stream or river nearby supports trees such as plane tree, adding to local pollen. Of the allergenic trees nearby, oak matters most, while plane tree also contributes. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed and plantain contribute weed pollen.
Tree pollen peaks in mid-spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and oak and plane tree are in full flower. Then come the grasses, strongest in early summer and fading by early fall. The season closes with pigweed and plantain from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in spring, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Melbourne right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Melbourne are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Melbourne tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Melbourne will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, myrtle at low levels, grass at low levels and cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Melbourne this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Melbourne?
On 6 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Melbourne. acacia, myrtle, and 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 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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