Caloundra pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Caloundra 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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Caloundra's vegetation is dominated by coastal eucalypt woodland, casuarina along its beaches and headlands, and banksia heath on sandy soils, with melaleuca wetlands inland around the Pumicestone Passage. Ornamental jacaranda and other garden plantings supplement this coastal bushland mix through the town's residential streets, while protected foreshore reserves preserve pockets of native coastal scrub close to the beaches.

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

    3/100

  • 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Caloundra right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Caloundra tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Caloundra this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Caloundra?

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

When is pollen season in Caloundra?
As the southernmost Sunshine Coast town, Caloundra shares the near year-round subtropical pollen season, with tree pollen from eucalypts and casuarina building August to October and grass pollen extending from spring into early summer. Its coastal position means onshore winds frequently clear pollen loads, but warm, humid conditions still support flowering activity across most of the year, with only the cooler, drier winter months bringing a modest lull in overall pollen counts.
How often is the Caloundra pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Caloundra 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 Caloundra 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 Caloundra, 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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