Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
Cairns is usually most comfortable in July and August. Typical daytime highs range from 75–87°F across the year. Rain varies by season.
Hot by day, warm at night.
Several rainy days. About 11 wet days this month.
Plenty of sun this month.
Very humid air is a major factor this month.
In November, afternoons feel about 87° and nights feel near 82°.
Partly cloudy skies this month.
Calm winds are typical in November.
November late afternoons are around 82°F, easing to about 79°F in early evening.
| Month | High°F | Low°F | Rainin | Wet days | Sunh | Humidity% | Sea°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 87 | 78 | 11.5 | 22 | 10.6 | 84 | 84 |
| Feb | 87 | 78 | 11.2 | 21 | 9.8 | 85 | 84 |
| Mar | 85 | 77 | 9.2 | 19 | 9.8 | 85 | 84 |
| Apr | 83 | 74 | 4.8 | 14 | 10.4 | 83 | 82 |
| May | 79 | 71 | 1.8 | 11 | 10.1 | 82 | 80 |
| Jun | 76 | 68 | 1.2 | 8 | 10.0 | 82 | 78 |
| Jul | 75 | 66 | 1.2 | 6 | 10.1 | 80 | 77 |
| Aug | 76 | 66 | 0.9 | 6 | 10.5 | 79 | 77 |
| Sep | 79 | 69 | 0.7 | 5 | 11.4 | 78 | 78 |
| Oct | 82 | 72 | 1.3 | 7 | 11.7 | 79 | 80 |
| Nov | 84 | 75 | 2.5 | 11 | 11.6 | 80 | 82 |
| Dec | 86 | 77 | 7.5 | 16 | 11.3 | 82 | 83 |
Similar climates
Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Cairns with Port Denarau.
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Sunshine: source type is not yet identified at metric level.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
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