Maleny Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Maleny is moderate; cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; acacia and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, cypress declining, mold (alternaria) declining, acacia no longer expected, eucalyptus no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 9/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 28/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 36/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 21/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The heart of Maleny is surrounded mainly by woodland, with a good deal of open grassland and some built-up land. The damp ground beside running water nearby supports trees, shrubs and reeds, adding to local pollen. Trees are an important local pollen source, given how much woodland surrounds the area. Grass pollen is a substantial part of the local mix as well.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grasses take over in early spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Warm, damp weather from midsummer into early fall also raises mold spore levels. Actual levels on any given day depend on the weather, with dry, breezy days the worst and wet days the mildest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Maleny right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Maleny are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Maleny tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Maleny will be different from today, with cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Maleny 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 Maleny?
On 7 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Maleny. acacia and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Maleny?
How often is the Maleny pollen forecast updated?
The Maleny pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Maleny 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 Maleny 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 Maleny, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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