The Rock pollen forecast — The Rock lookout neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in The Rock lookout, The Rock is moderate; acacia and cypress are moderate; eucalyptus is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress remains moderate, acacia 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) | Moderate | 47/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 27/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 22/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 60/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 40/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Located within easy reach, this area has a stand of eucalypt with wattle through the understorey, wattle ranked among the region's sharpest allergens. Actual counts still shift year to year with temperature, rainfall, and prevailing wind. Local readings for the surrounding area tend to follow this same general pattern. Ground-level conditions like local landscaping can nudge these figures slightly either way.
By late winter, eucalypt and wattle in the woods take over, peaking as wattle comes into full flower, generally August into September. By late spring, grass pollen is climbing steadily toward a November high point, with the season extending well into summer before finally winding down in February. This general pattern holds fairly steady across the surrounding region from year to year.
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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 moderate. 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 cypress at moderate levels and acacia, 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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