Caboolture pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Caboolture is moderate; cypress is moderate; acacia and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains moderate, eucalyptus remains low, acacia 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) | Low | 24/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 43/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area combines outer-suburban development with grazing paddocks, remnant eucalypt forest, and riparian vegetation along the Caboolture River, including casuarina and melaleuca. Grass pasture on the semi-rural fringe is a significant local pollen source, while jacaranda and other ornamental plantings line older streets in the town centre, and pockets of open woodland persist on undeveloped land at the urban edge.
Caboolture, on Brisbane's northern fringe, follows the near year-round subtropical pollen pattern, with tree pollen from local eucalypts and casuarina peaking August to October and grass pollen — a particular concern given the area's semi-rural pasture and acreage blocks — running from September into December. The mix of urban development and surrounding grazing land gives Caboolture a broader grass pollen exposure than the denser coastal cities nearby, especially on warm, dry spring afternoons when pasture grasses are actively seeding.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Caboolture right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Caboolture are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Caboolture tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Caboolture will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels and acacia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Caboolture 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 Caboolture?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Caboolture. acacia and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Caboolture?
How often is the Caboolture pollen forecast updated?
The Caboolture pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Caboolture 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 Caboolture 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 Caboolture, 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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