Morwell pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Morwell is moderate; acacia is moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 7/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The Latrobe Valley around Morwell mixes cleared grazing land with forestry plantations and remnant native forest in the foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges. Eucalypt woodland and wattle are common in surrounding reserves, while brown coal deposits beneath the valley have historically shaped the local economy and landscape more than agriculture. Introduced pasture grasses cover cleared valley floor land, giving Morwell a pollen mix of native forest species and grassland.
Morwell sits in the Latrobe Valley, a region historically associated with coal-fired power generation and notable air-quality events such as the 2014 Hazelwood mine fire. Its pollen season otherwise follows the standard TEMP pattern: wattle and eucalypt from August, with grasses across the valley's grazing and forestry land peaking October to December. The surrounding Strzelecki Ranges add native tree pollen to the mix, and spring storms in the valley can trigger the same thunderstorm-asthma risk documented elsewhere in southeastern Australia.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Morwell right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Morwell are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Morwell tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Morwell will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Morwell this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, grass, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Morwell?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Morwell. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Morwell?
How often is the Morwell pollen forecast updated?
The Morwell pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Morwell 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 Morwell 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 Morwell, 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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