Mullumbimby pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Mullumbimby is moderate; cypress is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress increasing, acacia at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 54/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Mullumbimby lies inland from Byron amid Tweed Valley farmland, so its vegetation leans more agricultural than coastal. Camphor laurel, an introduced tree gone feral after past rainforest clearing, dominates many creek lines and paddocks. Macadamia orchards ring the town, dairy pasture grasses cover the flats, and pockets of subtropical rainforest with hoop pine persist on steeper hillsides. Paperbark wetlands sit along low-lying drainage lines, and camphor laurel flowering is a significant local pollen contributor in spring.
Sitting inland from the coast in the Byron hinterland, Mullumbimby sees a longer and more intense pollen run than the beaches nearby, sheltered from the moderating sea breeze. Tree pollen from eucalypt forest and paperbark typically opens August through October, and grass pollen from surrounding pasture and cane country climbs from September into December. The subtropical climate keeps background levels present most of the year, with humidity and rainfall doing more to drive daily counts than any sharp seasonal cutoff.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Mullumbimby right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Mullumbimby are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Mullumbimby tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Mullumbimby will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels, acacia at low levels and cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Mullumbimby this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Mullumbimby?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Mullumbimby. myrtle, grass, and acacia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Mullumbimby?
How often is the Mullumbimby pollen forecast updated?
The Mullumbimby pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Mullumbimby 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 Mullumbimby 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 Mullumbimby, 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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