Roma pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Roma is none Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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Roma sits in the Maranoa, semi-arid mulga country where scattered mulga and brigalow woodland stands over sparse native grasses and chenopod shrubs on the black-soil plains; river red gum follows the watercourses, and cropping paddocks add a seasonal grain-pollen source. Pollen production in this arid environment is closely tied to rainfall, with chenopod shrubs and sparse grasses flowering opportunistically after rain rather than on a fixed seasonal schedule.

Today - 16 July

  • 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

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 - 17 July

  • 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

Air quality in Roma

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Pollen and air quality along routes in Roma

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Roma right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Roma.

Will pollen levels change in Roma tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Roma will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Roma this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Roma?

On 16 July 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Roma.

When is pollen season in Roma?
Roma, at the heart of Queensland's Western Downs gas and grazing country, has a pollen season that is shorter and more rainfall-dependent than the state's humid coast. Native trees and grasses respond strongly to rain events, which can occur outside the typical spring window, though spring still tends to bring the most reliable pollen activity from acacia, casuarina and pasture grasses. Roma's semi-arid climate and hot, dry summers generally suppress pollen levels compared with subtropical southeast Queensland, producing a more irregular overall pattern.
How often is the Roma pollen forecast updated?

The Roma pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Roma 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 Roma 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 Roma, 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: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Roma.

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