Noosa Shire Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Noosa Shire is high; cypress is high; acacia and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; eucalyptus and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) eucalyptus remains low, 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) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 58/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 23/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 34/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 30/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The center of Noosa Shire is heavily wooded. Woodland on all sides makes trees an important local pollen source. Grass pollen adds noticeably to the overall load. Gaps in the canopy, trails and forest edges give grasses and herbs room to grow. Much of the pollen in dense woodland is released high in the canopy, where the wind carries it easily.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Then come the grasses, strongest in mid-spring and fading by mid-fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Warm, damp weather from midsummer into early fall also raises mold spore levels. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Noosa Shire right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Noosa Shire are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Noosa Shire tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Noosa Shire will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels and cypress, acacia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Noosa Shire this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia 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 Noosa Shire?
On 10 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Noosa Shire. acacia and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Noosa Shire?
How often is the Noosa Shire pollen forecast updated?
The Noosa Shire pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Noosa Shire 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 Noosa Shire 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 Noosa Shire, 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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