The Head Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in The Head is high; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are high; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) cypress remains high, eucalyptus remains high, mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, acacia declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, eucalyptus, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | High | 52/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 70/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 64/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 33/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 32/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 43/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | High | 68/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | High | 56/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 34/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The heart of The Head is surrounded mainly by open grassland, which covers around 56% of the nearby area, with a good deal of woodland. The surrounding woodland makes trees an important local pollen source. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed contributes weed pollen. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring and keep pollen in the air into early fall. Pigweed brings a final peak from early summer into early fall. Mold spores join in from midsummer into mid-fall, when damp, warm spells let them thrive. Actual levels on any given day depend on the weather, with dry, breezy days the worst and wet days the mildest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in The Head right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in The Head are high. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in The Head tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in The Head will be different from today, with cypress at high levels, myrtle at high levels and acacia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in The Head this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in The Head?
On 10 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in The Head. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in The Head?
How often is the The Head pollen forecast updated?
The The Head pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in The Head 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 Head 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 Head, 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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