Benarkin pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Benarkin is low; acacia and cypress are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 14/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 42/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 29/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A stand of river oak lines the water, a reliable source of casuarina pollen through the warmer months; this sits close by. Here, in the surrounding area, woodland where eucalypt stands alongside wattle, the latter especially aggressive as an allergen when in full flower. A park combining lawn grass and plane trees, both contributors to pollen here through the warmer months, within the neighborhood's edge.
River oak by the water is typically first out of the gate, climbing steadily from mid-winter into September. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, usually hitting its highest point sometime between mid-August and mid-September. Grass pollen rises through spring toward a November high point, with the season extending well into summer before finally winding down in February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Benarkin right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Benarkin are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Benarkin tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Benarkin will be different from today, with myrtle at moderate levels and acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Benarkin this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Benarkin?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Benarkin. cypress are also present but at lower levels. grass and myrtle are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Benarkin?
How often is the Benarkin pollen forecast updated?
The Benarkin pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Benarkin 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 Benarkin 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 Benarkin, 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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