The Rock pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in The Rock is high; acacia is high; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains high, 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) | High | 52/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 39/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 43/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 65/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 53/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 57/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Located near this part of town, this area has river oak lines the bank, contributing some of the season's more persistent wind-borne pollen. Located close to home here, this area has a mix of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a notorious trigger for hay fever across southern Australia. Neighboring areas with similar land cover tend to show a closely matching pollen mix.
River oak along the water gets the season underway before other species, hitting its peak before most other trees flower, around July into September. Eucalypt and wattle in the woodland come next, as wattle bursts into flower, climbing steadily through late winter to a peak in August or September. Grass pollen rises through spring toward a November high point, before pollen counts gradually decline through January and February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in The Rock right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in The Rock are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in The Rock tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in The Rock will be different from today, with acacia at high levels and cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in The Rock 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 The Rock?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in The Rock. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in The Rock?
How often is the The Rock pollen forecast updated?
The The Rock pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in The Rock 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 Rock 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 Rock, 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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