Palmerston pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Palmerston is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 1/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 2/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Palmerston, a satellite city of Darwin, sits amid tropical eucalypt savanna woodland over tall spear grass; paperbark wetlands occupy low-lying drainage lines nearby, and the town's streets are planted with a mix of native and ornamental tropical species. Pollen activity here follows the wet-dry seasonal cycle typical of the tropical north, peaking during the humid wet season and easing considerably through the dry winter months.
Palmerston, a fast-growing satellite city just south of Darwin, shares the Top End's monsoonal pollen pattern of a near year-round presence punctuated by a wet-dry cycle. Grass pollen builds through the dry season from May, peaking later in the dry as savanna woodland and urban parkland grasses flower, while tree pollen from paperbark, eucalypt and acacia species tends to open around August to October. The wet season from November to April brings heavy rain that suppresses pollen until the following dry season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northern Territory
Is pollen high in Palmerston right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Palmerston are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Palmerston tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Palmerston will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels, acacia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Palmerston this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Palmerston?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Palmerston. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Palmerston?
How often is the Palmerston pollen forecast updated?
The Palmerston pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Palmerston 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 Palmerston 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 Palmerston, 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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