Mackay pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Mackay are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Mackay will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels

According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.

On 25 June 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Mackay. myrtle and acacia are not currently active.

Mackay's tropical coastal setting in Queensland produces a pollen season running largely year-round. Tree pollen from eucalyptus, paperbark, and acacia contributes continuously, with grass peaking through the dry season from April to October. The wet monsoon season from November to April brings frequent rainfall that suppresses dispersal, while the Coral Sea coastal position means trade winds can periodically disperse pollen.

The Mackay pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

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.

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 Mackay, 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.