West Busselton pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in West Busselton is moderate; acacia and cypress are moderate; eucalyptus and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains moderate, acacia declining, eucalyptus no longer expected, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase.
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Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 45/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 34/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Located near this part of town, this area has river oak grows along the bank here, releasing fine wind-borne pollen typical of casuarina species. Nearby, a short distance from here, a canopy of eucalypt threaded with wattle, wattle chief among them for allergenic potency here. This area, within the neighborhood's edge, has a nearby park's turf and plane trees layer additional pollen onto the seasonal grass count.
The bank's river oak kicks off the pollen season ahead of the rest, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, building to its sharpest point across August and September. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through spring, peaking in November, with the season extending well into summer before finally winding down in February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Western Australia
Is pollen high in West Busselton right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in West Busselton are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in West Busselton tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in West Busselton will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels and acacia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in West Busselton this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, grass, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in West Busselton?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in West Busselton. acacia, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in West Busselton?
How often is the West Busselton pollen forecast updated?
The West Busselton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in West Busselton 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 Busselton 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 Busselton, 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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