Rolleston Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Rolleston is high; acacia is high; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) acacia remains high, cypress remains low, mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, eucalyptus at low levels, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, eucalyptus, grass, and mold (cladosporium) will increase; cypress and mold (alternaria) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 65/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 23/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 27/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 65/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 47/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 39/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Open grassland and woodland share the area around the heart of Rolleston. A watercourse nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Grasses also feature strongly, alongside pigweed among the weeds. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grasses take over in early spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. The season closes with pigweed from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in spring, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels. Dry, sunny and breezy weather raises levels within each period, and steady rain brings them down.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Rolleston right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Rolleston are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Rolleston tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Rolleston will be different from today, with acacia at high levels, cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Rolleston this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while acacia, myrtle, and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Rolleston?
On 7 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Rolleston. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Rolleston?
How often is the Rolleston pollen forecast updated?
The Rolleston pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Rolleston 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 Rolleston 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 Rolleston, 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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