The Gums Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in The Gums is high; acacia is high; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; cypress, eucalyptus, and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) cypress remains low, mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia declining, eucalyptus no longer expected, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, and grass will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 54/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 8/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 3/100 |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 34/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 39/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 38/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 39/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The center of The Gums sits among a blend of open grassland and woodland. Woodland on all sides makes trees an important local pollen source. There is plenty of grass pollen here too. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds. Gaps in the canopy, trails and forest edges give grasses and herbs room to grow.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 25°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Spring is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in The Gums right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in The Gums are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress, myrtle, and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in The Gums tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in The Gums will be different from today, with cypress at low levels and acacia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in The Gums this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, myrtle, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in The Gums?
On 6 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in The Gums. cypress, myrtle, and grass are also present but at lower levels.
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 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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