Museum of Tropical Queensland, Townsville City Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Museum of Tropical Queensland, Townsville City is low; acacia, cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase; eucalyptus and grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 9/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 12/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 12/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 12/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around this site in Townsville City is built-up land, with some open water. The damp ground beside running water nearby supports trees, shrubs and reeds, adding to local pollen. Grass pollen is plentiful, while pigweed leads among the weeds. Around here, street trees, gardens and lawns supply most pollen in the built-up parts.
With warm weather all year, between about 20°C and 30°C, pollen is present in most months rather than in one short season. Levels tend to be highest in drier spells, especially around September. During the rainy season, frequent heavy downpours wash much of the pollen out of the air. Mold spores join in from early summer into early fall, when damp, warm spells let them thrive.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Townsville City right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Townsville City are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Townsville City tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Townsville City will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Townsville City this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Townsville City?
On 10 October 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Townsville City. cypress are also present but at lower levels. myrtle and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Townsville City?
How often is the Townsville City pollen forecast updated?
The Townsville City pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Townsville City 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 Townsville City 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 Townsville City, 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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