Palona pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Palona is moderate; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress declining, eucalyptus declining, acacia no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 17/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 38/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 42/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
River oak thrives along the damp bank, a classic riparian wind-pollinator in this part of Australia; this sits in the vicinity. Tree cover made up mostly of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a well-known seasonal trigger; this sits within easy reach. Year-to-year swings in rainfall and wind can shift this picture somewhat either way.
River oak near the water opens the pollen calendar early, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around mid-winter. The nearby eucalypt and wattle stands take the lead as winter turns to spring, usually hitting its highest point sometime between mid-August and mid-September. Through spring, grass pollen climbs steadily toward its November peak, with the season extending well into summer before finally winding down in February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Palona right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Palona are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Palona tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Palona will be different from today, with cypress, myrtle continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Palona this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Palona?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Palona. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Palona?
How often is the Palona pollen forecast updated?
The Palona pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Palona 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 Palona 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 Palona, 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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