Rankins Springs Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Rankins Springs is high; mold (cladosporium) is high; mold (alternaria) is moderate; acacia and cypress are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains moderate, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, mold (cladosporium) declining, eucalyptus at low levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, eucalyptus, and grass will increase; cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 19/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 3/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 41/100 |
| Cladosporium | High | 54/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 33/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 41/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 40/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around Rankins Springs is a mix of woodland and open grassland. A watercourse nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. The surrounding woodland makes trees an important local pollen source. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed contributes weed pollen. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grass pollen follows, peaking in late spring and easing off by early fall. The season closes with pigweed from early summer into early fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. 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 New South Wales
Is pollen high in Rankins Springs right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Rankins Springs are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Rankins Springs tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Rankins Springs will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels, grass at low levels and acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Rankins Springs this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while acacia, myrtle, and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Rankins Springs?
On 6 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Rankins Springs. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Rankins Springs?
How often is the Rankins Springs pollen forecast updated?
The Rankins Springs pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Rankins Springs 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 Rankins Springs 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 Rankins Springs, 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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