Lake Macdonald pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Lake Macdonald is moderate; cypress is moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress remains moderate, 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) | Low | 2/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 41/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 47/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, near this part of town, has a stand of river oak lines the water, a reliable source of casuarina pollen through the warmer months. Here, within the neighborhood, mown grass and planted plane trees in a nearby park, adding to the seasonal pollen mix. Neighboring areas with similar land cover tend to show a closely matching pollen mix.
River oak along the water gets the season underway before other species, building through the depths of winter into September. By late spring, grass pollen is climbing steadily toward a November high point, with the season extending well into summer before finally winding down in February. Warmer or wetter years can pull these peaks a week or two earlier or later.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Lake Macdonald right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Lake Macdonald are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Lake Macdonald tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Lake Macdonald will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lake Macdonald 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 Lake Macdonald?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Lake Macdonald. acacia are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Lake Macdonald?
How often is the Lake Macdonald pollen forecast updated?
The Lake Macdonald pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lake Macdonald 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 Lake Macdonald 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 Lake Macdonald, 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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