Steamer Valley Lookout, Carneys Creek Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Steamer Valley Lookout, Carneys Creek is high; cypress and eucalyptus are high; acacia is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) acacia remains moderate, eucalyptus remains high, 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 - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 39/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 54/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 61/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 30/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 44/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 52/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The landscape around this part of Carneys Creek is heavily wooded. With this much woodland around, trees are an important local pollen source. Grasses are a major source, with pigweed adding to the weed pollen load. Undergrowth, clearings and woodland edges add smaller amounts of grass and herb pollen. Much of the pollen in dense woodland is released high in the canopy, where the wind carries it easily.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Then come the grasses, strongest in mid-spring and fading by early fall. Later, pigweed keeps weed pollen in the air from early summer into early fall. Warm, damp weather from midsummer into mid-fall also raises mold spore levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Carneys Creek right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Carneys Creek are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Carneys Creek tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Carneys Creek will be different from today, with acacia at moderate levels, myrtle at high levels and cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Carneys Creek 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 Carneys Creek?
On 10 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Carneys Creek. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Carneys Creek?
How often is the Carneys Creek pollen forecast updated?
The Carneys Creek pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Carneys Creek 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 Carneys Creek 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 Carneys Creek, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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