Nelson Bay pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Nelson Bay is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days eucalyptus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Nelson Bay's Port Stephens setting features coastal heath, banksia and eucalypt woodland along the shoreline, with the sheltered bay supporting mangrove and casuarina stands in places. Holiday development sits alongside protected bushland reserves, and the surrounding hinterland carries grazing pasture further inland. This coastal, resort-town landscape gives Nelson Bay a pollen profile centred on native coastal trees and shrubs, with grass pollen a secondary factor.

Today - 9 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    10/100

  • 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 - 10 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Nelson Bay right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Nelson Bay are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Nelson Bay tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Nelson Bay will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Nelson Bay this week?

According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Nelson Bay?

On 9 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Nelson Bay. cypress, grass, and acacia are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Nelson Bay?
Nelson Bay's sheltered position on Port Stephens gives it a mild, coastal pollen season moderated by sea breezes off the bay and the Tasman Sea. Coastal eucalypts, banksia and wattle flower from August, with grasses in surrounding cleared and rural land peaking October to December, generally at lower intensity than inland Hunter towns. Onshore breezes disperse pollen fairly efficiently, though warm offshore winds ahead of storms can still bring localised spikes and the thunderstorm-asthma risk recognised across the region.
How often is the Nelson Bay pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Nelson Bay 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 Nelson Bay 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 Nelson Bay, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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