Gladstone pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Gladstone is low; acacia, cypress, 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 decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 15/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 24/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 8/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Gladstone's surrounds include coastal eucalypt woodland, casuarina along the harbour foreshore, and mangrove and melaleuca wetlands typical of the Port Curtis coastline. Industrial land use has replaced much natural vegetation close to the port, though bushland persists on the city's outskirts and nearby islands, and remnant coastal scrub survives in pockets around the harbour's edges. Parkland around the city centre softens the otherwise heavily industrial waterfront.
Gladstone follows the subtropical east-coast pollen pattern, with tree pollen from eucalypts and casuarina peaking August to October and grass pollen extending from September through December. As an industrial port city, Gladstone's pollen exposure is fairly typical of the region, though local air quality is more shaped by its port and industrial activity than by natural vegetation, meaning residents often notice industrial factors as much as seasonal flowering. Coastal humidity generally keeps the season active for longer than in drier inland parts of the state.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Gladstone right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Gladstone are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Gladstone tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Gladstone will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Gladstone 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 Gladstone?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Gladstone. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Gladstone?
How often is the Gladstone pollen forecast updated?
The Gladstone pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Gladstone 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 Gladstone 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 Gladstone, 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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