Cairns City pollen forecast — Cairns Art Gallery neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Cairns Art Gallery, Cairns City is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains low, acacia no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 12/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A stand of river oak lines the water, a reliable source of casuarina pollen through the warmer months, close to this spot. A green space of mown lawn and planted plane trees, both feeding into local pollen counts, near this part of town. Nearby weather stations report comparable trends across the broader stretch of the region.
Water-edge river oak is usually the first allergenic tree active here, starting well before the main spring rush, topping out around September. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its November high, and remaining a significant allergen right through summer until it eases in February. The overall order of species tends to hold steady, even as exact dates shift slightly each year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Cairns City right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Cairns City are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cairns City tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Cairns City will be different from today, with cypress at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cairns City this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cairns City?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Cairns City. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cairns City?
How often is the Cairns City pollen forecast updated?
The Cairns City pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cairns City 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 Cairns City 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 Cairns City, 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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