Pollen Count & Forecast for Gold Coast

Gold Coast’s spring allergy season (September–November) is dominated by Wattle (Acacia) and Grass (Poaceae) pollen; Couch Grass (Cynodon dactylon) prolific along the Nerang River and Broadwater; Blue Gum (Eucalyptus tereticornis) widespread in Burleigh Head National Park. Summer (December–February) sees high Bottlebrush (Callistemon) pollen from suburban gardens. Ragweed (Ambrosia) contributes significantly from Lamington National Park.

Humidity and sea breezes trap pollen against the Great Dividing Range. Coastal moisture leads to high Dust Mite (Dermatophagoides) levels. Autumn and winter see elevated Mould (Aspergillus) spore counts, from damp leaf litter in Springbrook National Park and Nerang State Forest.