Black Duck Creek pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Black Duck Creek is high; acacia is high; cypress is moderate; eucalyptus is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia remains high, cypress increasing, eucalyptus increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 54/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 47/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 23/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 60/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 52/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, just around the area, the riverbank shelters river oak, whose pollen spreads readily on the wind from spring onward. Eucalypt and wattle growing together, with wattle's fine pollen especially potent during its short flowering window; this sits a short distance from here. Ground-level conditions like local landscaping can nudge these figures slightly either way.
River oak by the water is typically first out of the gate, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around mid-winter. Eucalypt and wattle in the woodland come next, as wattle bursts into flower, topping out in the August-to-September stretch. Grass pollen builds through spring and peaks in November, holding through the summer months before tapering off by late February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Black Duck Creek right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Black Duck Creek are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Black Duck Creek tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Black Duck Creek will be different from today, with acacia at high levels and myrtle, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Black Duck Creek this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle, acacia, and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Black Duck Creek?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Black Duck Creek. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Black Duck Creek?
How often is the Black Duck Creek pollen forecast updated?
The Black Duck Creek pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Black Duck Creek 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 Black Duck Creek 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 Black Duck Creek, 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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