Pokolbin pollen forecast — Hope Estate neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Hope Estate, Pokolbin is moderate; acacia is moderate; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia remains moderate, cypress no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 50/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 10/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 39/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, in the surrounding area, has the nearest creek or river hosts river oak, among the most allergenic wind-pollinated trees found on watercourses. This area, in the surrounding area, has a stand of eucalypt with wattle through the understorey, wattle ranked among the region's sharpest allergens. Here, just around the area, a green space of mown lawn and planted plane trees, both feeding into local pollen counts.
River oak along the water gets the season underway before other species, 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, generally peaking somewhere between August and October. Through spring, grass pollen climbs steadily toward its November peak, then persisting at a reduced but still meaningful level into the new year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Pokolbin right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Pokolbin are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Pokolbin tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Pokolbin will be different from today, with acacia at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Pokolbin this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Pokolbin?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Pokolbin. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Pokolbin?
How often is the Pokolbin pollen forecast updated?
The Pokolbin pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Pokolbin 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 Pokolbin 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 Pokolbin, 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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