Murray-Sunset pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Murray-Sunset is high; acacia is high; cypress, eucalyptus, and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains high, grass remains low, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 70/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 8/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 70/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 44/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Located close to this spot, this area has the riverbank shelters river oak, whose pollen spreads readily on the wind from spring onward. Woods composed largely of eucalypt with wattle at the margins, a combination tied to sharp late-winter pollen spikes, in the vicinity. Ground-level conditions like local landscaping can nudge these figures slightly either way.
River oak by the water is typically first out of the gate, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. Once river oak fades, eucalypt and wattle in the woods carry the season forward, typically landing in August and September. Through spring, grass pollen climbs steadily toward its November peak, with the season extending well into summer before finally winding down in February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Murray-Sunset right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Murray-Sunset are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle, grass, and cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Murray-Sunset tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Murray-Sunset will be different from today, with grass at low levels, acacia at high levels and myrtle, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Murray-Sunset this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, grass, acacia, and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Murray-Sunset?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Murray-Sunset. myrtle, grass, and cypress are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Murray-Sunset?
How often is the Murray-Sunset pollen forecast updated?
The Murray-Sunset pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Murray-Sunset 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 Murray-Sunset 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 Murray-Sunset, 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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