Bowen pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Bowen is high; cypress is high; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress remains high, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia and cypress will increase; eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 52/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 58/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Bowen is surrounded by extensive mango and tomato/vegetable farmland, with mangrove fringes around Port Denison and Queens Beach, dry tropical eucalypt woodland further inland, and coastal dune vegetation along its beaches. Seasonal wetlands behind the dunes support paperbark (melaleuca) stands and sedge grasses, while remnant boab trees and dry eucalypt woodland persist along ridgelines and travelling stock routes between the horticultural blocks. Bowen's mix of savanna woodland and coastal vegetation is noticeably drier than vine-forest country further north around Cairns.
In this mango and tomato-growing coastal town, pollen exposure is near year-round, but grass pollen peaks during the dry season (May–October) while tree pollen from eucalypt and coastal wattle opens late in the dry season around August–October. The wet season (November–April) brings high humidity and mould spore levels instead, so hay fever sufferers typically notice most tree and grass pollen symptoms through the dry winter and spring months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Bowen right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Bowen are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Bowen tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Bowen will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at high levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bowen this week?
According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while acacia and cypress pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Bowen?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Bowen. acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass and myrtle are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Bowen?
How often is the Bowen pollen forecast updated?
The Bowen pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bowen 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 Bowen 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 Bowen, 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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