Glow Worm Tunnel Walking Track, Newnes Plateau Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Glow Worm Tunnel Walking Track, Newnes Plateau is high; eucalyptus is high; cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) cypress remains moderate, eucalyptus remains high, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia increasing, mold (alternaria) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 13/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 54/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 47/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 48/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 70/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 43/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The landscape around this location in Newnes Plateau is heavily wooded. With a watercourse close by, riverside vegetation contributes to the local mix. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Grass pollen is a substantial part of the local mix as well. Clearings, tracks and woodland edges let grasses and other flowering plants grow among the trees.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in late spring, with temperatures around 15°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in fall, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels. By early winter, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Newnes Plateau right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Newnes Plateau are high. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Newnes Plateau tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Newnes Plateau will be different from today, with myrtle at high levels, cypress at moderate levels and acacia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Newnes Plateau this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, acacia, and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Newnes Plateau?
On 11 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Newnes Plateau. cypress and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Newnes Plateau?
How often is the Newnes Plateau pollen forecast updated?
The Newnes Plateau pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Newnes Plateau 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 Newnes Plateau 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 Newnes Plateau, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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