Malanda pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Malanda is low; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) cypress increasing.
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) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 23/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 29/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Malanda sits on the Atherton Tablelands, a volcanic plateau where rich red soils have been cleared for dairy pasture, leaving remnant tropical rainforest, including strangler figs, in scattered patches and along protected gullies. The elevated, cooler tableland climate moderates the tropical extremes of the coast below. Camphor laurel occurs as a naturalised weed on disturbed ground. Dairy pasture grasses dominate the open pollen calendar, contrasting with the dense rainforest remnants nearby.
Malanda's elevated Atherton Tablelands setting gives it a cooler, milder version of the tropical pattern than the coastal cane towns below. Grass pollen from the tablelands' dairy pasture builds through the dry season from May to October, and tree pollen from eucalypt and rainforest-fringe species opens later in the dry, around August-October. The tablelands' altitude brings cooler nights and more frequent mist, which can keep pollen counts a touch lower than at sea level.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Malanda right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Malanda are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Malanda tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Malanda will be different from today, with cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Malanda 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 Malanda?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Malanda. acacia, myrtle, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Malanda?
How often is the Malanda pollen forecast updated?
The Malanda pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Malanda 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 Malanda 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 Malanda, 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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