Rathdowney pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in Rathdowney is moderate; cypress is moderate; acacia is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 11/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 41/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 45/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 70/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Located close to home here, this area has the nearest creek or river hosts river oak, among the most allergenic wind-pollinated trees found on watercourses. Nearby, close to this spot, a canopy of eucalypt threaded with wattle, wattle chief among them for allergenic potency here. Nearby, not far from here, parkland with regularly mown grass and planted plane trees, both sources of seasonal pollen.
River oak near the water opens the pollen calendar early, peaking in mid-winter through September. Eucalypt and wattle nearby take over the pollen calendar through late winter, generally peaking somewhere between August and October. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its November high, with the season extending well into summer before finally winding down in February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Rathdowney right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Rathdowney are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Rathdowney tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in Rathdowney will be different from today, with myrtle at moderate levels and acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Rathdowney this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Rathdowney?
On 16 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Rathdowney. acacia are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Rathdowney?
How often is the Rathdowney pollen forecast updated?
The Rathdowney pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Rathdowney 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 Rathdowney 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 Rathdowney, 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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