Raymond Terrace pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Raymond Terrace is high; cypress is high; acacia is moderate; eucalyptus is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) eucalyptus remains low, acacia declining, cypress declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 47/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 54/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 23/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Sitting at the confluence of the Hunter and Williams Rivers, Raymond Terrace is fringed by river red gum and casuarina riparian corridors and floodplain grassland, with remnant coastal forest patches further from the rivers amid a landscape increasingly given over to housing and light industry. Paperbark wetlands and mangrove-lined tidal reaches occur where the rivers meet the Hunter estuary further downstream, reflecting the area's position at the transition between freshwater floodplain and tidal Hunter River system, while cleared floodplain paddocks support grazing and increasingly, industrial and residential subdivision.
At the junction of the Hunter and Williams Rivers, pollen season here runs August to January, with tree pollen from riverside eucalypts and casuarina beginning in late winter and grass pollen from floodplain pasture peaking October to December. Humid Hunter Region conditions can extend grass pollen exposure into early summer, particularly after spring rain flushes new growth along the riverbanks.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Raymond Terrace right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Raymond Terrace are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Raymond Terrace tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Raymond Terrace will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels and acacia, cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Raymond Terrace this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Raymond Terrace?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Raymond Terrace. acacia and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Raymond Terrace?
How often is the Raymond Terrace pollen forecast updated?
The Raymond Terrace pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Raymond Terrace 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 Raymond Terrace 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 Raymond Terrace, 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 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
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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