Waterfall pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Waterfall is moderate; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 16/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 35/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 40/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 38/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 57/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 63/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A waterway lined with river oak, a wind-pollinated species and one of the more potent allergen sources along Australian creeks and rivers, in the surrounding area. Forest where eucalypt and wattle share the canopy and margins, wattle driving most of the seasonal pollen spike, in the vicinity.
Water-edge river oak is usually the first allergenic tree active here, peaking in mid-winter through September. Woodland eucalypt and wattle pick up the pace next, through late winter into spring, cresting around August and September in the year's sharpest tree-pollen spike. Grass pollen climbs toward a November peak, before staying elevated through the summer months into late January.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Waterfall right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Waterfall are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Waterfall tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Waterfall will be different from today, with acacia, cypress, myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Waterfall this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Waterfall?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Waterfall. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Waterfall?
How often is the Waterfall pollen forecast updated?
The Waterfall pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Waterfall 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 Waterfall 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 Waterfall, 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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