Townsville pollen forecast — Magnetic Island neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Magnetic Island, Townsville is moderate; cypress is moderate; acacia 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 | 3/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 42/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 2/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 43/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Magnetic Island carries eucalypt woodland and hoop pine forest over its granite hills, one of the driest vegetation types in the wet tropics, with fringing mangroves in sheltered bays and coastal she-oak along its many beaches. As is typical of the monsoonal tropics, the wet season here brings a surge of grass and tree flowering, tapering off through the long, drier winter months.
Magnetic Island's national park bushland gives its acacia and eucalypt populations plenty of room to drive the tree pollen that opens late in Townsville's dry season, around August to October, following a grass pollen peak that runs May through October. Being separated from the mainland by the Coral Sea doesn't spare the island from the dry tropics' characteristic dust, which often accompanies this pollen peak across the island's walking trails and bays. Conditions ease once the wetter, more humid season sets in 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 moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while myrtle and acacia 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 cypress at moderate levels, myrtle at low levels, acacia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Townsville this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, myrtle, and acacia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Townsville?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Townsville. myrtle and acacia 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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