Nimbin pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Nimbin is high; cypress is high.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress remains high, acacia at moderate levels, eucalyptus at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 52/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 26/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 70/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Nimbin right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Nimbin are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Nimbin tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Nimbin will be different from today, with acacia at moderate levels, cypress at high levels, myrtle at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Nimbin this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Nimbin?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Nimbin. acacia, myrtle, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Nimbin?
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.
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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