Yarrawonga pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Updated: 16 September 2026 at 20:30 CEST

Pollen Today

Moderate 46/100

Today (16 September) pollen in Yarrawonga is moderate; cypress and eucalyptus are moderate; acacia and grass are low.

Pollen Tomorrow

High 66/100

Tomorrow (17 September 2026) grass remains low, acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.

7-Day Trend

Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will decrease.

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Pollen Risk

Today - 16 September

Pollen species Level Value
Acacia (Acacia)
Low
22/100
Cypress (Cupressaceae)
Moderate
46/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
Moderate
34/100
Grass (Poaceae)
Low
2/100

Tomorrow - 17 September

Pollen species Level Value 7-Day Trend
Acacia (Acacia)
Moderate
43/100
Cypress (Cupressaceae)
High
66/100
Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae)
High
55/100
Grass (Poaceae)
Low
22/100
ENVIRONMENT & ANALYSIS

Local Environmental Conditions

Yarrawonga sits on Lake Mulwala and the Murray River, where river red gum forest dominates the floodplain and lake margins, providing the district's main tree pollen source. Irrigated pasture supports dairying, and orchards such as stone fruit and citrus are grown on irrigated blocks nearby. Remnant box woodland occurs on drier rises away from the river. The irrigation district's year-round green pasture extends the grass-flowering season longer than in dryland farming towns further away.

Yarrawonga, on the Murray River and Lake Mulwala, has a warm inland pollen season led by grass, which builds from September and peaks through October-November across the irrigated pasture and cropping land nearby. Wattle along the river red gum country flowers earlier, from August. The lake and river frontage adds humidity that can extend grass growth later into the season, keeping pollen present a little longer than in drier inland towns.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Victoria

Is pollen high in Yarrawonga right now?

On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Yarrawonga are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle, acacia, and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Yarrawonga tomorrow?

On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Yarrawonga will be different from today, with grass at low levels and acacia, cypress, myrtle increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Yarrawonga this week?

According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Yarrawonga?

On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Yarrawonga. myrtle, acacia, and grass are also present but at lower levels.

When is pollen season in Yarrawonga?
Yarrawonga, on the Murray River and Lake Mulwala, has a warm inland pollen season led by grass, which builds from September and peaks through October-November across the irrigated pasture and cropping land nearby. Wattle along the river red gum country flowers earlier, from August. The lake and river frontage adds humidity that can extend grass growth later into the season, keeping pollen present a little longer than in drier inland towns.
How often is the Yarrawonga pollen forecast updated?

The Yarrawonga pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Yarrawonga 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 Yarrawonga 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 Yarrawonga, 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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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. This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Yarrawonga.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 September 2026 at 20:30 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Our forecasts utilize high-resolution satellite imagery from the Copernicus Sentinel-5P mission combined with a proprietary network of ground-based IoT sensors. Pollen forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset in a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

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Disclaimer

The information provided is for environmental awareness only and does not constitute medical advice. Athletes with known respiratory conditions or severe allergies should consult their physician before participating in strenuous outdoor activities based on these forecasts.

Some text on this page may be generated or summarised using artificial intelligence (AI). Wherever possible, AI-generated content is enriched with Airmine's proprietary data to improve its accuracy and relevance. However, AI-generated content may still contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.