Upper Kangaroo Valley pollen forecast — Missingham East Lookout neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Missingham East Lookout, Upper Kangaroo Valley is moderate; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) eucalyptus remains moderate, cypress declining, acacia no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 10/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 35/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 49/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 30/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, within the local area, river oak crowds the water's edge here, a well-known contributor to local casuarina pollen counts. Located in the surrounding area, this area has a mix of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a notorious trigger for hay fever across southern Australia. Local microclimate and soil conditions can push these figures slightly higher or lower.
The waterside river oak is consistently first to release pollen each year, hitting its peak before most other trees flower, around July into September. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, reaching its high point through August and into October. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its November high, and remaining a significant allergen right through summer until it eases in February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Upper Kangaroo Valley right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Upper Kangaroo Valley are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Upper Kangaroo Valley tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Upper Kangaroo Valley will be different from today, with myrtle at moderate levels and cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Upper Kangaroo Valley this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Upper Kangaroo Valley?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Upper Kangaroo Valley. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Upper Kangaroo Valley?
How often is the Upper Kangaroo Valley pollen forecast updated?
The Upper Kangaroo Valley pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Upper Kangaroo Valley 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 Upper Kangaroo Valley 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 Upper Kangaroo Valley, 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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