Nichols Point pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Nichols Point is moderate; acacia and cypress are moderate; eucalyptus and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) grass remains low, acacia increasing, 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) | Moderate | 42/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 38/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 7/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 59/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 55/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 30/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A waterway lined with river oak, a wind-pollinated species and one of the more potent allergen sources along Australian creeks and rivers; this sits close to this spot. Nearby, close to home here, woodland dominated by eucalypt and wattle, with wattle the more potent allergen of the two. Nearby, within easy reach, mown grass and planted plane trees in a nearby park, adding to the seasonal pollen mix.
Along the waterway, river oak releases pollen first, topping out well before most other trees start releasing pollen, around July and August. Eucalypt and wattle nearby take over the pollen calendar through late winter, cresting around August and September in the year's sharpest tree-pollen spike. Grass pollen takes over next, building to a peak around November, then holding at a high level well into January before easing off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Nichols Point right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Nichols Point are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Nichols Point tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Nichols Point will be different from today, with grass at low levels and acacia, cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Nichols Point this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Nichols Point?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Nichols Point. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Nichols Point?
How often is the Nichols Point pollen forecast updated?
The Nichols Point pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Nichols Point 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 Nichols Point 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 Nichols Point, 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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