Townsville pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Townsville is low; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 6/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 13/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 1/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Townsville's dry tropics landscape features eucalypt woodland and spinifex on Castle Hill's granite slopes, mangroves along Ross Creek and the Strand, and semi-arid tropical savanna surrounding this notably drier coastal city. Spinifex grasslands and hummock grasses typical of the drier tropics cover much of the surrounding country, with river red gum and paperbark lining Ross River and the Town Common wetlands, a wet-season refuge for significant waterbird populations. Vegetation here is noticeably sparser and more open than the lusher rainforest-fringed landscapes around Cairns and the Wet Tropics further north.
In Australia's 'dry tropics', pollen is present near year-round, with grass pollen peaking during the dry season (May–October) and tree pollen from eucalypt and acacia opening late in the dry, around August–October. Townsville's notably lower humidity than other tropical Queensland cities means dust often accompanies the dry-season pollen peak, easing during the more humid wet season from November to April.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Queensland
Is pollen high in Townsville right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Townsville are low. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Townsville tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Townsville will be similar to today, with acacia at low levels, cypress at low levels, myrtle at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Townsville this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Townsville?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Townsville. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Townsville?
How often is the Townsville pollen forecast updated?
The Townsville pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Townsville 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 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, 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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