Mount Lofty Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Mount Lofty is high; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are high; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; mold (alternaria) is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) eucalyptus remains high, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia declining, cypress declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 54/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 56/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 62/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 21/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 32/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 44/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 45/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 53/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 32/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The landscape around the heart of Mount Lofty is heavily wooded. Running water nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. Trees are an important local pollen source, given how much woodland surrounds the area. Grass pollen is plentiful, while pigweed and plantain lead among the weeds.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Later, pigweed and plantain keep weed pollen in the air from early summer into early fall. Spring is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Mount Lofty right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Mount Lofty are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Mount Lofty tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Mount Lofty will be different from today, with myrtle at high levels and acacia, cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Mount Lofty this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Mount Lofty?
On 10 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Mount Lofty. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Mount Lofty?
How often is the Mount Lofty pollen forecast updated?
The Mount Lofty pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Mount Lofty 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 Mount Lofty 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 Mount Lofty, 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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