Maroochy River pollen forecast — Burnside Hill - Dunethin Rock Scout Campsite neighborhood

Today (24 August) pollen in Burnside Hill - Dunethin Rock Scout Campsite, Maroochy River is low; eucalyptus is low. Tomorrow (25 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days eucalyptus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Here, in the wider area, the nearest creek or river hosts river oak, among the most allergenic wind-pollinated trees found on watercourses. This area, in the vicinity, has tree cover made up mostly of eucalypt and wattle, wattle in particular a well-known seasonal trigger. A park whose lawns and ornamental plane trees quietly add to local pollen levels; this sits close to this spot.

Today - 24 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    11/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 25 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Maroochy River right now?

On 24 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Maroochy River are low. Myrtle is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Maroochy River tomorrow?

On 25 August 2026, pollen conditions in Maroochy River will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Maroochy River this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Maroochy River?

On 24 August 2026, Myrtle is the dominant pollen source in Maroochy River. acacia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Maroochy River?
In Burnside Hill - Dunethin Rock Scout Campsite, river oak by the water is typically first out of the gate, peaking in mid-winter through September. The woodland's eucalypt and wattle trees become the main pollen source as wattle flowers, reaching maximum intensity across the August-September window. Grass pollen counts rise through spring, reaching their peak around November, holding through the summer months before tapering off by late February.
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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 24 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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