Port MacDonnell Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Port MacDonnell is low; grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, grass increasing, mold (cladosporium) increasing, acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 7/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 17/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 21/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 42/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 21/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 31/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The center of Port MacDonnell is largely open grassland, with some farmland. Grass pollen is plentiful, while plantain leads among the weeds. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds. Wind carries pollen over long distances, so the wider landscape also shapes what arrives here.
Grasses take over in early summer and keep pollen in the air into late summer. The season closes with plantain from mid-spring into early fall. Within each of these periods, warm, dry and windy days push levels higher, while rain clears the air. Between late fall and the first tree flowering, pollen levels stay low, with midwinter usually the quietest time.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia
Is pollen high in Port MacDonnell right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Port MacDonnell are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Port MacDonnell tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Port MacDonnell will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels, acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Port MacDonnell this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, acacia, and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Port MacDonnell?
On 10 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Port MacDonnell. myrtle, acacia, and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Port MacDonnell?
How often is the Port MacDonnell pollen forecast updated?
The Port MacDonnell pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Port MacDonnell 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 Port MacDonnell 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 Port MacDonnell, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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