Port Noarlunga Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Port Noarlunga is moderate; acacia and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing, mold (alternaria) increasing, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 31/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 19/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 3/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 20/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 32/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 59/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 47/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 45/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Built-up land makes up around 42% of the area near the heart of Port Noarlunga, with a good deal of open grassland. Along a watercourse nearby, trees, shrubs and reeds grow in the damper ground and add their own pollen. Among allergenic trees nearby, olive is the main source. Beyond the trees, grasses matter a great deal, and pigweed is the main weed source.
Olive leads the season in late spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in late spring and fading by early fall. Pigweed brings a final peak from early summer into early fall. Winter is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in South Australia
Is pollen high in Port Noarlunga right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Port Noarlunga are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Port Noarlunga tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Port Noarlunga will be different from today, with grass at low levels and acacia, cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Port Noarlunga this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Port Noarlunga?
On 6 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Port Noarlunga. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Port Noarlunga?
How often is the Port Noarlunga pollen forecast updated?
The Port Noarlunga pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Port Noarlunga 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 Noarlunga 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 Noarlunga, 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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