Cairns Klimat and Average Väder
Klimat of Cairns: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klimat in Cairns month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Månad | Avg high | Avg low | Regnfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| januari | 31° | 25° | 454 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| februari | 30° | 25° | 343 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| mars | 29° | 24° | 469 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| april | 28° | 23° | 129 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| maj | 26° | 22° | 95 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juni | 25° | 20° | 53 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juli | 25° | 19° | 53 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| augusti | 25° | 19° | 29 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| september | 26° | 21° | 62 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| oktober | 28° | 22° | 31 mm | ★★★★★ |
| november | 29° | 24° | 43 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| december | 30° | 25° | 535 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Klimat type: Tropical. Källa: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Cairns
Högest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Cairns compares med 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 | 3052 mm |
| Great Barrier Reef | 254 km | 26°C | +1°C warmer | 1812 mm |
| Whitehaven Beach | 508 km | 24°C | 1°C cooler | 1545 mm |
Klimat by attraction in Cairns
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Bästa tiden att besöka Cairns
Go in juni, juli, augusti, september, oktober and november. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: januari, februari and mars - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Cairns
Today is about average for september. The forecast high of 25°C is in line med the 26°C typical for this month.
A 90% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Vindbyar och 71 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in december och februari.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 6°C - an unusually even climate through the year.
What och pack, what och skip
- sönglasses, 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
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 71 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid januari, februari and mars - historically the least comfortable months here.
Sammanfattning
Cairns is a city in Queensland. Cairns is known for Great Barrier Reef gateway. Befolkningen är cirka 153.000.
Just nu är det 22°C (71°F) in Cairns med mest klart. Det känns som 21°C. I dag varierar temperaturen mellan 19°C och 25°C. Risken för nederbörd är 90%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - godtagbart — planera efter vädret.
Bästa tiden att besöka Cairns is juni, juli, augusti, september, oktober and november. Klimatet är tropical. januari, februari and mars tend och be the least comfortable months. januari is the warmest month med average highs near 31°C, while augusti is the coldest med lows near 19°C.
Nearby highlights include Great Barrier Reef and Great Barrier Reef.
Enkelt förklarat. Today is about average for september. The forecast high of 25°C is in line med the 26°C typical for this month. The best window och be outside is roughly 5 PM och 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cairns today at 8.7/10. Vindbyar och 71 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. 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
| Typ | City |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Land | Australien |
| Kontinent | Oceanien |
| Koordinater | 16°55′7″S 145°46′41.2″E (-16.9186, 145.7781) |
| Befolkning | 153.000 |
| Known for | Great Barrier Reef gateway |
| Lokal tid | 8:57 PM (UTC+10:00) |
| Best months | juni, juli, augusti, september, oktober and november |
| Klimat | 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 Oceanien.
What is the weather like in Cairns just nu?
It is currently 22°C (71°F) med mest klart. Luftfuktighet is 78% and wind is 22 km/h.
When is the best time och visit Cairns?
juni, juli, augusti, september, oktober and november offer the most comfortable conditions in Cairns, which has a tropical climate. januari, februari and mars are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cairns in?
Cairns observes Australia/Brisbane (UTC+10:00). The local time is 8:57 PM.
How many people live in Cairns?
Cairns has a population of approximately 153.000.
What are the top things och 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. |
|---|---|
| Prognos and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftkvalitet and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Klimat 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 september 15, 2026 at 8:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
