Scarborough Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Scarborough is low; acacia, cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, acacia no longer expected, cypress no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia and cypress will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; eucalyptus and grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 1/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 5/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 9/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 12/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 11/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 15/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around the heart of Scarborough is open water, with a good deal of built-up land. A stream or river nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. With much of the immediate area made up of open water, local pollen production is limited, though pollen can still drift in from surrounding land.
Grasses take over in early spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. In warm, humid weather from midsummer into early fall, mold spores add to the mix, especially after rain. Weather shapes each of these periods: dry, windy spells drive levels up, and showers wash pollen out of the air.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Scarborough right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Scarborough are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while acacia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Scarborough tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Scarborough will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Scarborough this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Scarborough?
On 7 October 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Scarborough. acacia are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Scarborough?
How often is the Scarborough pollen forecast updated?
The Scarborough pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Scarborough 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 Scarborough 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 Scarborough, 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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