Penneshaw pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Penneshaw is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia at low levels, cypress at moderate levels, eucalyptus at low 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, in the vicinity, river oak thrives along the damp bank, a classic riparian wind-pollinator in this part of Australia. Located close by, this area has woodland dominated by eucalypt and wattle, with wattle the more potent allergen of the two. This area, within easy reach, has a park whose lawns and ornamental plane trees quietly add to local pollen levels.
River oak near the water opens the pollen calendar early, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around mid-winter. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, typically the year's sharpest tree-pollen spell, centered on wattle's flowering in August and September. Grass pollen takes over next, building to a peak around November, before pollen counts gradually decline through January and February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia
Is pollen high in Penneshaw right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Penneshaw.
Will pollen levels change in Penneshaw tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Penneshaw will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Penneshaw 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 Penneshaw?
On 16 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Penneshaw.
When is pollen season in Penneshaw?
How often is the Penneshaw pollen forecast updated?
The Penneshaw pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Penneshaw 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 Penneshaw 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 Penneshaw, 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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