Best Time to Visit Cairns
Best time: Jul, Aug, Jun, Oct.
Jan is warmest (31.7°C high); Mar is rainiest (533 mm).
Cairns weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.7 | 23.7 | 373 | 9.7 |
| Feb | 31.2 | 23.7 | 488 | 8.5 |
| Mar | 30.5 | 23.1 | 533 | 8.5 |
| Apr | 29.2 | 21.7 | 388 | 8.1 |
| May | 27.6 | 19.9 | 105 | 7.5 |
| Jun | 25.9 | 17.5 | 40 | 6.8 |
| Jul | 25.5 | 16.7 | 25 | 7.5 |
| Aug | 26.5 | 17.4 | 38 | 8.4 |
| Sep | 28.3 | 19 | 71 | 9.9 |
| Oct | 29.8 | 20.7 | 71 | 10.6 |
| Nov | 30.9 | 22.5 | 116 | 10.1 |
| Dec | 31.5 | 23.4 | 191 | 9.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulAugJunOct
Beaches: JulAugJunOct
Hiking: JulAugJunSep
Sightseeing: JulAugJunSep
Cairns quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cairns?
Jul, Aug, Jun, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Mar, about 533 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 31.7°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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