Bunya Mountains pollen forecast — Mt Kiangarow Lookout neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Mt Kiangarow Lookout, Bunya Mountains is high; cypress is high; acacia and eucalyptus are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) eucalyptus remains moderate, acacia declining, cypress declining.
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) | Moderate | 33/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 53/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 41/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 44/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 33/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, just outside the immediate area, has the riverbank shelters river oak, whose pollen spreads readily on the wind from spring onward. A canopy of eucalypt threaded with wattle, wattle chief among them for allergenic potency here; this sits within the neighborhood. Local microclimate and soil conditions can push these figures slightly higher or lower.
The waterside river oak is consistently first to release pollen each year, hitting its peak before most other trees flower, around July 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, then holding at a high level well into January before easing off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Bunya Mountains right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Bunya Mountains are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Bunya Mountains tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Bunya Mountains will be different from today, with myrtle at moderate levels and acacia, cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bunya Mountains 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 Bunya Mountains?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Bunya Mountains. acacia and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Bunya Mountains?
How often is the Bunya Mountains pollen forecast updated?
The Bunya Mountains pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bunya Mountains 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 Bunya Mountains 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 Bunya Mountains, 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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