Tamworth pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (9 August) pollen in Tamworth is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days eucalyptus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Tamworth sits in a New England valley characterised by box-gum grassy woodland and grazing pasture, with river red gum lining the Peel River through the city; surrounding highlands support somewhat cooler, more open eucalypt woodland than the plains further west. Wattle and other acacia species flower prolifically through late winter, contributing to the region's notable spring pollen season, while remnant stands of ironbark and cypress pine persist on the surrounding hillsides above the cleared valley floor used mainly for grazing, lucerne and cropping.
Today - 9 August
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Acacia (Acacia):
None
0/100
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):
Low
15/100
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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 - 10 August
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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):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
Air quality in Tamworth
View air qualityFrequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Tamworth right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Tamworth are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Tamworth tomorrow?
On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Tamworth will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Tamworth this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Tamworth?
On 9 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Tamworth. acacia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Tamworth?
How often is the Tamworth pollen forecast updated?
The Tamworth pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Tamworth 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 Tamworth 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 Tamworth, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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