The Bight Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in The Bight is high; acacia and cypress are high; eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia declining, cypress declining, eucalyptus declining, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 56/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 70/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 45/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 25/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 34/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 38/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 46/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 17/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 40/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 37/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 62% of the area near the heart of The Bight is open grassland, with a good deal of woodland. With a stream or river close by, riverside vegetation contributes to the local mix. The surrounding woodland makes trees an important local pollen source. Grass pollen is a substantial part of the local mix as well.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Mold spores join in from midsummer into early fall, when damp, warm spells let them thrive.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in The Bight right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in The Bight are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in The Bight tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in The Bight will be different from today, with acacia, cypress, myrtle continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in The Bight 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 The Bight?
On 10 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in The Bight. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in The Bight?
How often is the The Bight pollen forecast updated?
The The Bight pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in The Bight 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 The Bight 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 The Bight, 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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