Atherton pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Atherton is moderate; cypress is moderate; acacia and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains moderate, acacia no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 3/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 42/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Atherton sits on the Tablelands' rich volcanic soils, historically cleared rainforest country now given to maize, sugarcane and dairy pasture; remnant tropical rainforest patches survive in reserves nearby, with paperbark and eucalypt woodland on the drier tableland fringes. As is typical of the monsoonal tropics, the wet season here brings a surge of grass and tree flowering, tapering off through the long, drier winter months.
Atherton, on the elevated Atherton Tablelands above the Cairns coastal strip, has a noticeably cooler, drier climate than tropical lowland Queensland, moderating its pollen season. Grass pollen from the Tablelands' dairy and grazing pasture builds through the dry season, peaking around August to October, while tree pollen from eucalypt and acacia species follows a similar late dry-season pattern. The wet season from November to April brings heavy rain that suppresses pollen levels, and the altitude keeps counts generally lower than in Cairns below.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Atherton right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Atherton are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Atherton tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Atherton will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Atherton this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Atherton?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Atherton. acacia and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Atherton?
How often is the Atherton pollen forecast updated?
The Atherton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Atherton 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 Atherton 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 Atherton, 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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