Cape Tribulation pollen forecast — Emmagen Swim Hole neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Emmagen Swim Hole, Cape Tribulation is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Located within the neighborhood's edge, this area has water here is bordered by river oak, a casuarina species known for prolific, far-carrying pollen. This area, within the neighborhood, has a stand of eucalypt with wattle through the understorey, wattle ranked among the region's sharpest allergens. Surrounding neighborhoods with similar tree cover typically see a closely comparable pollen mix.
River oak along the water gets the season underway before other species, hitting its peak before most other trees flower, around July into September. Eucalypt and wattle in the woods pick up where river oak leaves off, building to its sharpest point across August and September. Grass pollen climbs toward a November peak, 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 Cape Tribulation right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Cape Tribulation.
Will pollen levels change in Cape Tribulation tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Cape Tribulation will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cape Tribulation this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cape Tribulation?
On 16 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Cape Tribulation.
When is pollen season in Cape Tribulation?
How often is the Cape Tribulation pollen forecast updated?
The Cape Tribulation pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cape Tribulation 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 Cape Tribulation 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 Cape Tribulation, 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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