Devil's Hole Lookout, Middle Brother Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Devil's Hole Lookout, Middle Brother is moderate; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) cypress remains moderate, eucalyptus remains moderate, acacia increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 15/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 33/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 49/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The landscape around this part of Middle Brother is heavily wooded. Woodland on all sides makes trees an important local pollen source. Grasses are also a significant pollen source here. Gaps in the canopy, trails and forest edges give grasses and herbs room to grow. Much of the pollen in dense woodland is released high in the canopy, where the wind carries it easily.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring and keep pollen in the air into early fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Warm, damp weather from midsummer into mid-fall also raises mold spore levels. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Middle Brother right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Middle Brother are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Middle Brother tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Middle Brother will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at moderate levels and acacia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Middle Brother this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle 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 Middle Brother?
On 10 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Middle Brother. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Middle Brother?
How often is the Middle Brother pollen forecast updated?
The Middle Brother pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Middle Brother 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 Middle Brother 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 Middle Brother, 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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