Salmon Gums pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (24 August) pollen in Salmon Gums is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (25 August 2026) levels are similar - eucalyptus increasing. Over the following five days eucalyptus will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Here, in the wider area, river oak lines the bank, contributing some of the season's more persistent wind-borne pollen. Nearby, in the vicinity, eucalypt dominating the treeline with wattle scattered through it, both contributing to the season's pollen load. Here, within the neighborhood's edge, a nearby park's turf and plane trees layer additional pollen onto the seasonal grass count.

Today - 24 August

  • 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):

    Low

    14/100

  • 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 - 25 August

  • 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):

    Moderate

    27/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Salmon Gums right now?

On 24 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Salmon Gums are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Salmon Gums tomorrow?

On 25 August 2026, pollen conditions in Salmon Gums will be different from today, with myrtle increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Salmon Gums this week?

According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Salmon Gums?

On 24 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Salmon Gums. grass, acacia, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Salmon Gums?
Water-edge river oak is usually the first allergenic tree active here, hitting its peak before most other trees flower, around July into September. Eucalypt and wattle nearby take over the pollen calendar through late winter, reaching maximum intensity across the August-September window. Spring brings rising grass pollen that crests in November, and remaining a significant allergen right through summer until it eases in February.
How often is the Salmon Gums pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Salmon Gums 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 Salmon Gums 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 Salmon Gums, 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: 24 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Salmon Gums.

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