Southport pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Southport 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.

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

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Southport's vegetation includes casuarina and melaleuca around the Broadwater foreshore, eucalypt woodland further inland, and extensive parkland and jacaranda street plantings typical of the older Gold Coast suburbs. Established fig and shade trees along its main streets add further character to the suburb's older residential precincts. Established parkland along the foreshore softens the otherwise dense commercial character of the older suburb.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Southport right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Southport.

Will pollen levels change in Southport tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Southport this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Southport?

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

When is pollen season in Southport?
Southport, one of the original Gold Coast townships, follows the near year-round subtropical pollen pattern, with tree pollen from eucalypts, casuarina, and jacaranda peaking August to October and grass pollen extending from September into December, moderated somewhat by its position on the sheltered Broadwater, which brings a slightly gentler pollen profile than more exposed parts of the coast. Its sheltered position on the Broadwater typically brings a slightly gentler, more consistent pollen pattern than more exposed parts of the coast.
How often is the Southport pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Southport 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 Southport 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 Southport, 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 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Southport.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

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