West Ballina pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in West Ballina is moderate; cypress is moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress increasing, eucalyptus at low levels.
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 | 4/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 48/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 67/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, just outside the immediate area, has river oak lines the bank, contributing some of the season's more persistent wind-borne pollen. A stand of eucalypt with wattle through the understorey, wattle ranked among the region's sharpest allergens; this sits not far from here. Green space with maintained lawn and planted plane trees, both contributing to seasonal pollen counts, close to this spot.
The waterside river oak is consistently first to release pollen each year, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. Eucalypt and wattle in the nearby woodland follow through late winter and early spring, reaching maximum intensity across the August-September window. By late spring, grass pollen is climbing steadily 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 West Ballina right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in West Ballina are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in West Ballina tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in West Ballina will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels, acacia at low levels and cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in West Ballina this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, acacia, and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in West Ballina?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in West Ballina. acacia are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in West Ballina?
How often is the West Ballina pollen forecast updated?
The West Ballina pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in West Ballina 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 West Ballina 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 West Ballina, 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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