Merbein pollen forecast — Merbein Common - River Access 3 neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Merbein Common - River Access 3, Merbein is moderate; acacia and cypress are moderate; eucalyptus and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress remains moderate, grass remains low, acacia increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 34/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 7/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 52/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 46/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
River oak crowds the water's edge here, a well-known contributor to local casuarina pollen counts, a short distance from here. Actual counts still shift year to year with temperature, rainfall, and prevailing wind. Local readings for the surrounding area tend to follow this same general pattern. Ground-level conditions like local landscaping can nudge these figures slightly either way.
For Merbein Common - River Access 3, river oak along the water gets the season underway before other species, peaking in mid-winter through September. Grass pollen rises through spring toward a November high point, with levels staying elevated into the new year before finally easing off. Regional pollen monitoring generally reflects this same pattern across nearby areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Merbein right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Merbein are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Merbein tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Merbein will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels, grass at low levels and acacia, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Merbein 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 Merbein?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Merbein. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Merbein?
How often is the Merbein pollen forecast updated?
The Merbein pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Merbein 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 Merbein 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 Merbein, 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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