1858 Lighthouse Monument and ruins, Port MacDonnell Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in 1858 Lighthouse Monument and ruins, Port MacDonnell is low; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 18/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 24/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 23/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 15/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This part of Port MacDonnell is surrounded mainly by open water, which covers around 65% of the nearby area, with some woodland. With much of the immediate area made up of open water, local pollen production is limited, though pollen can still drift in from surrounding land. Grasses and plantain growing in the surroundings are the main non-tree sources of pollen.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in early summer and keep pollen in the air into late summer. Later, plantain keeps weed pollen in the air from mid-spring into early fall. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia
Is pollen high in Port MacDonnell right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Port MacDonnell are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass, acacia, and cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Port MacDonnell tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Port MacDonnell will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Port MacDonnell this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, grass, acacia, and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Port MacDonnell?
On 11 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Port MacDonnell. grass, acacia, and cypress are also present but at lower levels.
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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