The Gums pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (16 September) pollen in The Gums is moderate; acacia is moderate; cypress is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (17 September 2026) acacia increasing, cypress increasing, eucalyptus at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week eucalyptus will increase; acacia and cypress will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 16 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 42/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 17 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 70/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 36/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area lacks mapped woodland or water close at hand, leaving grass along open ground as the probable main source. Surrounding neighborhoods with similar tree cover typically see a closely comparable pollen mix. As with most local readings, actual levels can vary somewhat with short-term weather swings. The general pattern described here holds fairly steady across nearby areas with similar land cover.
Grass pollen counts rise through spring, reaching their peak around November, with levels staying elevated into the new year before finally easing off. This general pattern holds fairly steady across the surrounding region from year to year. Local weather swings can shift these windows slightly, but the overall order tends to hold.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in The Gums right now?
On 16 September 2026, overall pollen levels in The Gums are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in The Gums tomorrow?
On 17 September 2026, pollen conditions in The Gums will be different from today, with myrtle at low levels and acacia, cypress increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in The Gums this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while myrtle pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in The Gums?
On 16 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in The Gums. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in The Gums?
How often is the The Gums pollen forecast updated?
The The Gums pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in The Gums 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 The Gums 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 The Gums, 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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