Sydney pollen forecast — Balmain neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Balmain, Sydney is low; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress remains low, acacia at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia and cypress will decrease; eucalyptus and grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 2/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Balmain, on its harbourside peninsula, combines terrace-house streetscapes with waterfront reserves where Moreton Bay fig and casuarina line the foreshore parks. Small community gardens and pocket reserves carry a mix of native and exotic shrubs. Being surrounded on three sides by harbour, sea breezes moderate pollen dispersal, though fig and casuarina flowering remain locally significant. Dense housing limits large-scale bushland, so garden and street tree pollen dominates over grass.
Balmain's harbourside peninsula setting means pollen exposure comes largely on the breeze, with tree pollen from local street plantings and remnant eucalypt drifting in from surrounding bushland pockets peaking August-September. Grass pollen from parks along the foreshore builds through spring to an October-December peak. Harbour breezes tend to keep counts a little lower here than in suburbs further from the water, though calm humid days can let pollen settle over the peninsula's narrow streets.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Sydney right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Sydney are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Sydney tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Sydney will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Sydney this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Sydney?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Sydney. acacia, myrtle, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Sydney?
How often is the Sydney pollen forecast updated?
The Sydney pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney, 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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