Newcastle pollen forecast — Magenta Shores Golf & Country Club – Championship Course neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Magenta Shores Golf & Country Club – Championship Course, Newcastle is moderate; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress declining, eucalyptus declining, acacia no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 22/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Magenta Shores sits on the Central Coast near Toukley and The Entrance, where coastal lake and lagoon systems meet Tasman Sea dunes. Banksia, coastal eucalypt woodland and ti-tree scrub typical of the Central Coast's wallum country surround the course, with the nearby lake systems adding paperbark and casuarina to the landscape framing this seaside layout.
Further south toward the Central Coast, Magenta Shores sees the Hunter region's grass pollen climb from October through December across its fairways and surrounds, on the back of an eucalypt and wattle season that opens in August. Being slightly removed from Newcastle's immediate port and harbour influence, the course still benefits from Tasman sea breezes dispersing pollen, though the spring thunderstorm pattern linked to asthma risk across the temperate coast applies here just as much as in the city itself.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Newcastle right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Newcastle are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Newcastle tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Newcastle will be different from today, with cypress, myrtle continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Newcastle this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Newcastle?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Newcastle. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Newcastle?
How often is the Newcastle pollen forecast updated?
The Newcastle pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Newcastle 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 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, 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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