Mid-Coast Council pollen forecast — Caparra neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Caparra, Mid-Coast Council is high; cypress and eucalyptus are high; acacia is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia declining, cypress declining, eucalyptus declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia will increase; cypress and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 58/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 51/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 43/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 37/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A waterway supports wattle and casuarina along its bank, both strongly allergenic wind-pollinated species, close to home here. Located near this part of town, this area has plane tree and eucalypt dominating the treeline, both heavy contributors to the spring pollen load. Surrounding neighborhoods with similar tree cover typically see a closely comparable pollen mix.
The waterside wattle and casuarina are consistently first to release pollen each year, topping out well before most other trees start releasing pollen, around August and September. The woodland's plane tree and eucalypt trees become the main pollen source by mid-spring, peaking in the heart of spring, generally October into November. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its December high, before plantain and weed's late-summer surge carries the season into April.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Mid-Coast Council right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Mid-Coast Council are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Mid-Coast Council tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Mid-Coast Council will be different from today, with acacia, cypress, myrtle continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Mid-Coast Council this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while acacia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Mid-Coast Council?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Mid-Coast Council. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Mid-Coast Council?
How often is the Mid-Coast Council pollen forecast updated?
The Mid-Coast Council pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Mid-Coast Council 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 Mid-Coast Council 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 Mid-Coast Council, 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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