Shelly Beach, Port MacDonnell Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Shelly Beach, Port MacDonnell is none.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) acacia at low levels, cypress at moderate levels, eucalyptus at moderate levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase; acacia 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) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 18/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this location in Port MacDonnell is mostly open water, with some woodland and open grassland. 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. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. 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, with temperatures around 15°C, and their pollen lingers into late summer. The season closes with plantain from mid-spring into early fall. Weather shapes each of these periods: dry, windy spells drive levels up, and showers wash pollen out of the air.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia
Is pollen high in Port MacDonnell right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Port MacDonnell.
Will pollen levels change in Port MacDonnell tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Port MacDonnell will be different from today, with grass at low levels, acacia at low levels, cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Port MacDonnell this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass, cypress, and myrtle pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Port MacDonnell?
On 10 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Port MacDonnell.
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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