Mudgee pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Mudgee is low; acacia is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days acacia will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Mudgee's Central Tablelands landscape is best known for its vineyards, which cover much of the gently undulating country around town, alongside grazing pasture and remnant eucalypt woodland on rockier slopes. Wattle and native shrubs persist in reserves and along waterways, while the historic gold-mining heritage of the district is now overlaid with cool-climate viticulture. This mix of vineyard, pasture and woodland shapes a moderate, tableland-style pollen season.

Today - 16 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    3/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 17 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    Low

    14/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Mudgee right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Mudgee are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Mudgee tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Mudgee will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Mudgee this week?

According to the five-day outlook, acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while myrtle pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Mudgee?

On 16 July 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Mudgee. cypress and myrtle are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Mudgee?
Mudgee's Central Tablelands setting, renowned for its wine industry, brings cool nights and a moderate pollen season to this historic goldfields town. Eucalypt and wattle pollen appear from August, with grasses across surrounding grazing and vineyard country peaking October to December. Grapevine flowering adds a distinct seasonal element locally, though it is not a major airborne allergen compared to grasses. Spring storms crossing the tablelands can still trigger rapid asthma flare-ups, consistent with the broader regional pattern.
How often is the Mudgee pollen forecast updated?

The Mudgee pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Mudgee 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 Mudgee 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 Mudgee, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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