Mackay pollen forecast — Harrup Park neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Harrup Park, Mackay is low; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains low, acacia at low levels, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress and eucalyptus will increase; acacia and grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 10/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Harrup Park sits in Mackay, sugar country on Queensland's tropical coast, its turf oval bordered by paperbark and eucalypt woodland with cane fields covering much of the surrounding district, reflecting the region's wet-tropics agricultural landscape. Grasses and paperbark flower most actively during the wet season's high humidity and rainfall, with pollen levels dropping away noticeably once the dry season sets in.
Harrup Park's cricket outfield sits at the heart of a sugar cane region where pollen is present almost year-round rather than confined to a single peak. Grass pollen builds across the dry season, from May to October, with eucalypt and paperbark trees flowering later in the dry, around August to October. What sets match days here apart is the cane fire smoke of the June-December crush, drifting over the ground as a locally distinctive irritant alongside pollen, before the wet season from November brings humidity and mould instead.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Mackay right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Mackay are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Mackay tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Mackay will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels, acacia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Mackay this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Mackay?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Mackay. myrtle, grass, and acacia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Mackay?
How often is the Mackay pollen forecast updated?
The Mackay pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Mackay 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 Mackay 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 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.
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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