Woollahra Municipal Council pollen forecast — Paddington neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Paddington, Woollahra Municipal Council is low; acacia and cypress are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia and cypress will increase; eucalyptus and grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 6/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 11/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Located within the local area, this area has water here is bordered by wattle and casuarina, both notable sources of wind-borne pollen. Eucalypt and plane tree share the canopy here, eucalypt pollen in particular known to travel far on the wind, within the neighborhood's edge. Green space with maintained lawn and planted trees, both contributing to grass and plantain and weed counts, close by.
In Paddington, temperatures climbing to 17.1°C by September likely mark the start of the main pollen release, with humidity around 68% helping keep counts airborne. Warmer conditions by December (21.6°C, 74% humidity) sustain grass pollen through the season, before rainfall of 186mm in March and cooling toward 14.4°C in June bring the season to a close.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Woollahra Municipal Council right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Woollahra Municipal Council are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Woollahra Municipal Council tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Woollahra Municipal Council will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Woollahra Municipal Council this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Woollahra Municipal Council?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Woollahra Municipal Council. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Woollahra Municipal Council?
How often is the Woollahra Municipal Council pollen forecast updated?
The Woollahra Municipal Council pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Woollahra Municipal Council 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 Woollahra Municipal Council 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 Woollahra Municipal Council, 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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