Wollongong pollen forecast — WIN Stadium neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in WIN Stadium, Wollongong is low; acacia and cypress are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia and cypress will decrease; eucalyptus and grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 3/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| 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) | Moderate | 29/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Coastal stadium in Wollongong set between the escarpment and the Tasman Sea, its turf field framed by Norfolk Island pine and other coastal plantings typical of the Illawarra foreshore. Rainforest-fringed escarpment slopes rise close behind the city, adding a subtropical-influenced eucalypt and rainforest tree element to the broader air-shed. Onshore sea breezes moderate pollen at the ground itself, with turf grass the most immediate local source.
WIN Stadium's coastal Wollongong position benefits from onshore Pacific breezes that moderate the pollen sitting over the ground on many match days, tree pollen from wattle and eucalypt peaking August-September and grass pollen from the stadium surrounds and nearby Illawarra parkland building to an October-December peak. Being right on the coast, the venue typically sees milder counts than grounds further inland in the Illawarra. Illawarra escarpment breezes funnelling down to the coast can add a further dispersing effect on match days.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Wollongong right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Wollongong are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Wollongong tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Wollongong will be different from today, with acacia at low levels and cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Wollongong this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Wollongong?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Wollongong. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Wollongong?
How often is the Wollongong pollen forecast updated?
The Wollongong pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Wollongong 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 Wollongong 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 Wollongong, 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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