Richmond Vale Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Richmond Vale is high; acacia and eucalyptus are high; cypress and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; grass and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia declining, cypress declining, eucalyptus declining, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 64/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 50/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 70/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 21/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 32/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 17/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 44/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 21/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around the center of Richmond Vale is woodland, with a good deal of open grassland. Close to running water, riverside vegetation contributes to what is in the air. Of the trees nearby, olive is the one that matters most for allergies. Grasses and weeds such as ragweed and pigweed round out the local mix.
Olive leads the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 20°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in mid-spring and fading by early fall. Ragweed and pigweed bring a final peak from late summer into mid-fall. Fall 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 New South Wales
Is pollen high in Richmond Vale right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Richmond Vale are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle, cypress, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Richmond Vale tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Richmond Vale will be different from today, with acacia, cypress, myrtle continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Richmond Vale this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Richmond Vale?
On 10 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Richmond Vale. myrtle, cypress, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Richmond Vale?
How often is the Richmond Vale pollen forecast updated?
The Richmond Vale pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Richmond Vale 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 Richmond Vale 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 Richmond Vale, 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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