Townsville pollen forecast — Castle Hill neighborhood

Today (9 August) pollen in Castle Hill, Townsville is low; cypress and eucalyptus are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and eucalyptus will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Distinctive pink granite monolith overlooking the city, its lower slopes carrying dry eucalypt woodland and spinifex-grassland pockets typical of the region's savanna, with acacia and native grasses colonising rocky outcrops. Surrounding suburban streets mix shade trees like poinciana with mown lawns. The exposed, elevated aspect promotes wind dispersal of savanna eucalypt and grass pollen, especially during the buildup and early wet season.

Today - 9 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    9/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    Low

    9/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 10 August

  • Acacia (Acacia):

    None

    0/100

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Other Landmarks in Townsville

Castle Hill Magnetic Island Riverway The Strand

Sports venues in Townsville

Riverway Stadium

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Townsville right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Townsville are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Townsville tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Townsville will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Townsville this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Townsville?

On 9 August 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Townsville. myrtle are also present but at lower levels. acacia and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Townsville?
Castle Hill's landmark red rock rising over inner Townsville gives the surrounding suburb a somewhat drier microclimate than typical tropical coastal towns, with grass pollen from the district's parks building through the dry season from May to October, and tree pollen from eucalypt and paperbark opening later in the dry, around August-October. Townsville's comparatively lower rainfall than Cairns further north means the wet season here is a little less dominant, giving the dry-season pollen build a clearer run.
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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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