Yarralumla Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Yarralumla is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; eucalyptus and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, eucalyptus increasing, mold (cladosporium) declining, acacia at low levels, cypress at moderate levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 8/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 12/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 33/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 30/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 38/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 13/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Open grassland and woodland share the area around the center of Yarralumla. A stream or river nearby means riverside trees such as willow are part of the local pollen picture. The allergenic tree mix nearby includes elm, willow and cypress. Grasses also feature strongly, alongside plantain and pigweed among the weeds.
First to flower are elm and cypress, in late winter. Tree pollen peaks in early spring, when the weather warms to around 10°C and willow is in full flower. Grass pollen follows, peaking in early summer and easing off by late summer. Plantain and pigweed bring a final peak from mid-spring into early fall. Spring is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Australian Capital Territory
Is pollen high in Yarralumla right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Yarralumla are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Yarralumla tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Yarralumla will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels, grass at low levels, acacia at low levels and myrtle increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Yarralumla 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 Yarralumla?
On 6 October 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Yarralumla. cypress, grass, and acacia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Yarralumla?
How often is the Yarralumla pollen forecast updated?
The Yarralumla pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Yarralumla 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 Yarralumla 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 Yarralumla, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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