Shoalhaven Heads pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Shoalhaven Heads is moderate; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 17/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 46/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 40/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 37/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 67/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 61/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, not far from here, river oak thrives along the damp bank, a classic riparian wind-pollinator in this part of Australia. Here, a short distance from here, eucalypt and wattle growing together, with wattle's fine pollen especially potent during its short flowering window. A park where mown turf grass and ornamental plane trees add to local grass and tree pollen, just outside the immediate area.
The water-adjacent river oak is an early riser, climbing steadily from mid-winter into September. As spring approaches, eucalypt and wattle in the nearby woodland become the dominant source, peaking as wattle comes into full flower, generally August into September. Grass pollen rises through spring toward a November high point, before gradually tapering off through the peak of summer into February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Shoalhaven Heads right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Shoalhaven Heads are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Shoalhaven Heads tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Shoalhaven Heads will be different from today, with acacia, cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Shoalhaven Heads this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Shoalhaven Heads?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Shoalhaven Heads. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Shoalhaven Heads?
How often is the Shoalhaven Heads pollen forecast updated?
The Shoalhaven Heads pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Shoalhaven Heads 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 Shoalhaven Heads 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 Shoalhaven Heads, 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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