Shire of Nillumbik Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Shire of Nillumbik is moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) acacia remains low, cypress declining, eucalyptus declining, mold (alternaria) declining, mold (cladosporium) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 24/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 43/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 45/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 22/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around the heart of Shire of Nillumbik is heavily wooded, with some open grassland. Trees are an important local pollen source, given how much woodland surrounds the area. Grass pollen is significant here, and plantain and pigweed contribute weed pollen. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Then come the grasses, strongest in early summer and fading by early fall. Plantain and pigweed bring a final peak from mid-spring into early fall. Rain is heaviest in spring, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels. By early winter, as temperatures fall to around 10°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria
Is pollen high in Shire of Nillumbik right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Shire of Nillumbik are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Shire of Nillumbik tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Shire of Nillumbik will be different from today, with acacia at low levels and cypress, myrtle continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Shire of Nillumbik 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 Shire of Nillumbik?
On 10 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Shire of Nillumbik. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Shire of Nillumbik?
How often is the Shire of Nillumbik pollen forecast updated?
The Shire of Nillumbik pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Shire of Nillumbik 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 Shire of Nillumbik 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 Shire of Nillumbik, 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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