Nimbin pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (24 August) pollen in Nimbin is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (25 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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The waterway's edge supports river oak, a species whose fine pollen travels well beyond the immediate bank; this sits within the neighborhood. Nearby, close to this spot, woods composed largely of eucalypt with wattle at the margins, a combination tied to sharp late-winter pollen spikes. Green space with maintained lawn and planted plane trees, both contributing to seasonal pollen counts, in the surrounding area.

Today - 24 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

    18/100

  • 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 - 25 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

    9/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Nimbin right now?

On 24 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Nimbin are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Nimbin tomorrow?

On 25 August 2026, pollen conditions in Nimbin will be similar to today, with myrtle at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Nimbin this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Nimbin?

On 24 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Nimbin. acacia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Nimbin?
The bank's river oak kicks off the pollen season ahead of the rest, building through the depths of winter into September. The nearby eucalypt and wattle stands take the lead as winter turns to spring, climbing steadily through late winter to a peak in August or September. Grass pollen counts rise through spring, reaching their peak around November, before gradually tapering off through the peak of summer into February.
How often is the Nimbin pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Nimbin 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 Nimbin 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 Nimbin, 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: 24 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Nimbin.

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