Maroochy River pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Maroochy River is high; cypress is high; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia remains low, cypress remains high, 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 | 12/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 57/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 64/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A stand of river oak lines the water, a reliable source of casuarina pollen through the warmer months; this sits a short distance from here. A stand of eucalypt with wattle through the understorey, wattle ranked among the region's sharpest allergens; this sits close to home here. This area, close to home here, has a park whose turf grass and ornamental plane trees feed local pollen levels through spring.
River oak by the water is typically first out of the gate, getting an early start, typically cresting between July and August. Eucalypt and wattle in the woods pick up where river oak leaves off, reaching maximum intensity across the August-September window. Grass pollen counts rise through spring, reaching their peak around November, then holding at a high level well into January before easing off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Maroochy River right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Maroochy River are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Maroochy River tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Maroochy River will be different from today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at high levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Maroochy River 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 Maroochy River?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Maroochy River. acacia are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Maroochy River?
How often is the Maroochy River pollen forecast updated?
The Maroochy River pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Maroochy River 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 Maroochy River 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 Maroochy River, 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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