Newcastle East pollen forecast — Fort Scratchley neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Fort Scratchley, Newcastle East is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
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
River oak crowds the water's edge here, a well-known contributor to local casuarina pollen counts, within the neighborhood. Eucalypt dominating the treeline with wattle scattered through it, both contributing to the season's pollen load; this sits a short distance from here. A park combining lawn grass and plane trees, both contributors to pollen here through the warmer months, within the neighborhood's edge.
River oak along the water gets the season underway before other species, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around mid-winter. Further into late winter, the area's eucalypt and wattle stands drive the pollen count, usually hitting its highest point sometime between mid-August and mid-September. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its November high, with levels staying elevated into the new year before finally easing off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Newcastle East right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Newcastle East.
Will pollen levels change in Newcastle East tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Newcastle East will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Newcastle East this week?
According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.
Which pollen types are currently active in Newcastle East?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Newcastle East.
When is pollen season in Newcastle East?
How often is the Newcastle East pollen forecast updated?
The Newcastle East pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Newcastle East 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 Newcastle East 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 Newcastle East, 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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