Melbourne pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Melbourne is none Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - cypress at low levels, grass at low levels. Over the following five days cypress and grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Melbourne's parks in Florida and the Indian River Lagoon corridor feature oak, pine, and palm as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Brevard County wetlands and coastal grasslands contribute substantial grass and reed pollen, while the Atlantic coast position means onshore breezes can periodically disperse urban pollen.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    5/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    7/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Melbourne right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Melbourne.

Will pollen levels change in Melbourne tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Melbourne will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Melbourne this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Melbourne?

On 25 June 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Melbourne.

When is pollen season in Melbourne?
Melbourne's pollen season in Florida produces an extended subtropical season, with oak, pine, and palm contributing from January through spring. Grass pollen peaks through March and April, with a secondary peak after summer rains. The Atlantic coast position means onshore breezes can periodically disperse pollen, while surrounding Brevard County wetlands and the Indian River Lagoon corridor contribute substantial grass and reed pollen throughout the extended season.
How often is the Melbourne pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Melbourne.

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