Port Macquarie pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Port Macquarie is none Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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Port Macquarie sits where subtropical rainforest remnants (protected at Sea Acres) meet coastal eucalypt forest, melaleuca wetlands along the Hastings River, and beach dune vegetation, a richer, more humid mix than towns further south that helps support the area's well-known koala population. Camphor laurel and other introduced species have also established along waterways, a common feature of mid-north coast towns, while banksia and coastal wattle stabilise the extensive dune systems fronting the town's many surf beaches.

Today - 16 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 17 July

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Port Macquarie right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Port Macquarie.

Will pollen levels change in Port Macquarie tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Port Macquarie will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Port Macquarie this week?

According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Port Macquarie?

On 16 July 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Port Macquarie.

When is pollen season in Port Macquarie?
On the NSW mid-north coast, pollen season extends from August to January, with tree pollen from coastal eucalypts and casuarina opening in late winter and grass pollen from coastal pasture and roadside verges peaking October to December. The mild, humid coastal climate here can stretch grass pollen exposure slightly later into summer than inland areas, particularly after rain.
How often is the Port Macquarie pollen forecast updated?

The Port Macquarie pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Port Macquarie 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 Macquarie 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 Macquarie, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Port Macquarie.

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