The Big Orange, Monash Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in The Big Orange, Monash is high; acacia is high; cypress, eucalyptus, grass, and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mold (alternaria) is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia declining, cypress no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 56/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 35/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 35/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 24/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 30/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around this site in Monash is woodland, with a good deal of open grassland. Along a watercourse nearby, trees, shrubs and reeds grow in the damper ground and add their own pollen. Trees are an important local pollen source, given how much woodland surrounds the area. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed contributes weed pollen.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in late spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. The season closes with pigweed from early summer into early fall. In this dry climate, pollen can linger in the air for long spells without rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia
Is pollen high in Monash right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Monash are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass, cypress, and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Monash tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Monash will be different from today, with acacia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Monash this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Monash?
On 10 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Monash. grass, cypress, and myrtle are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Monash?
How often is the Monash pollen forecast updated?
The Monash pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Monash 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 Monash 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 Monash, 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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