Charters Towers pollen forecast — Towers Hill neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Towers Hill, Charters Towers is moderate; cypress is moderate; acacia and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
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 | 22/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 4/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Without woodland, water, or park cover nearby, the pollen profile here likely leans on grass and plantain and weed from open or farmed ground. Nearby weather stations report comparable trends across the broader stretch of the county. Small shifts in elevation or soil type can move these figures a little either way.
In Towers Hill, temperatures climbing to 23.2°C by September likely mark the start of the main pollen release, with humidity around 58% helping keep counts airborne. Warmer conditions by December (28.2°C, 62% humidity) sustain grass pollen through the season, before rainfall of 54mm in March and cooling toward 19.1°C in June bring the season to a close.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Charters Towers right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Charters Towers are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Charters Towers tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Charters Towers will be similar to today, with cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels, acacia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Charters Towers 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 Charters Towers?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Charters Towers. myrtle and acacia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Charters Towers?
How often is the Charters Towers pollen forecast updated?
The Charters Towers pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Charters Towers 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 Charters Towers 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 Charters Towers, 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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