Buderim pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Buderim is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days eucalyptus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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The hinterland township sits amid a mix of eucalypt forest remnants, planted jacarandas along its older streets, and pockets of subtropical rainforest and palm vegetation typical of the Blackall Range foothills. Melaleuca and casuarina appear in damper gullies, while banksia scrub persists on sandier soils nearby. Garden and remnant bushland combine to give Buderim a denser, more varied pollen mix than the coastal strip, with jacaranda's purple bloom each October a particularly visible seasonal marker for residents.

Today - 9 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    4/100

  • 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 - 10 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Air quality in Buderim

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Buderim right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Buderim are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Buderim tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Buderim will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Buderim this week?

According to the five-day outlook, myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Buderim?

On 9 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Buderim. acacia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Buderim?
Buderim, perched on the Sunshine Coast hinterland ridge above Mooloolaba, experiences a nearly year-round pollen season typical of the subtropical east coast, with tree pollen from eucalypts and casuarina building through August to October and grass pollen extending from spring into early summer. The elevated, humid subtropical setting keeps something flowering for much of the year, though the cooler hinterland air brings slightly less intensity than the coastal flats below, and afternoon storms through summer can briefly clear pollen loads before they build again.
How often is the Buderim pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Buderim 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 Buderim 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 Buderim, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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