Cairns Climat and Average Météo
Climat of Cairns: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climat in Cairns month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mois | Max moyenne | Min moyenne | Précipitations | Évaluation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| janvier | 31° | 25° | 454 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| février | 30° | 25° | 343 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| mars | 29° | 24° | 469 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| avril | 28° | 23° | 129 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mai | 26° | 22° | 95 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juin | 25° | 20° | 53 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juillet | 25° | 19° | 53 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| août | 25° | 19° | 36 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| septembre | 26° | 20° | 51 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| octobre | 28° | 22° | 31 mm | ★★★★★ |
| novembre | 29° | 24° | 43 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| décembre | 30° | 25° | 535 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Climat type: Tropical. Source : Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Cairns
Élevéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Cairns compares avec nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Cairns.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Douglas | 59 km | 25°C | about the same | 3038 mm |
| Great Barrier Reef | 254 km | 26°C | +1°C warmer | 1809 mm |
| Whitehaven Beach | 508 km | 24°C | 1°C cooler | 1549 mm |
Climat by attraction in Cairns
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Meilleur moment pour visiter Cairns
Go in juin, juillet, août, septembre, octobre and novembre. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: janvier, février and mars – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Cairns
Today is about average for octobre. The forecast high of 29°C is in line avec the 28°C typical for this month.
A 95% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in décembre à février.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 6°C – an unusually even climate through the year.
What à pack, what à skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- dim.glasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell – 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid janvier, février and mars – historically the least comfortable months here.
Résumé
Cairns is a city in Queensland. Cairns is known for Great Barrier Reef gateway. Sa population est d’environ 153.000.
Actuellement, il fait 28°C (83°F) in Cairns avec partiellement nuageux. La température ressentie est de 34°C. Aujourd’hui, les températures vont de 23°C à 29°C. La probabilité de précipitations est de 95%. Les conditions pour les visites obtiennent 6.8/10 – correct — adaptez vos activités à la météo.
La meilleure période pour visiter Cairns is juin, juillet, août, septembre, octobre and novembre. Le climat est tropical. janvier, février and mars sont généralement les mois les moins confortables. janvier est le mois le plus chaud, avec des maximales moyennes proches de 31°C, tandis que août est le mois le plus froid, avec des minimales proches de 19°C.
Parmi les sites à proximité, citons Great Barrier Reef and Great Barrier Reef.
En termes simples. Today is about average for octobre. The forecast high of 29°C is in line avec the 28°C typical for this month. The best window à be outside is roughly 6 PM à 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cairns today at 8.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Cairns
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Pays | Australie |
| Continent | Océanie |
| Coordonnées | 16°55′7″S 145°46′41.2″E (-16.9186, 145.7781) |
| Population | 153.000 |
| Known for | Great Barrier Reef gateway |
| Heure locale | 4:47 PM (UTC+10:00) |
| Meilleurs mois | juin, juillet, août, septembre, octobre and novembre |
| Climat | Tropical |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cairns?
Cairns is a city in Queensland. Its coordinates are -16.9186, 145.7781. It lies in Océanie.
What is the weather like in Cairns maintenant?
It is currently 28°C (83°F) avec partiellement nuageux. Humidité is 66% and wind is 12 km/h.
When is the best time à visit Cairns?
juin, juillet, août, septembre, octobre and novembre offer the most comfortable conditions in Cairns, which has a tropical climate. janvier, février and mars are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cairns in?
Cairns observes Australia/Brisbane (UTC+10:00). The heure locale is 4:47 PM.
How many people live in Cairns?
Cairns has a population of approximately 153.000.
What are the top things à do in Cairns?
Popular options include Great Barrier Reef and Great Barrier Reef.
What places are in Cairns?
Cairns covers 1 places in this atlas, including Great Barrier Reef.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Prévisions and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Qualité de l’air and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climat averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing – the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated octobre 25, 2026 at 4:47 PM heure locale. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
