City in Queensland

Things to Do in Port Douglas

Top things to do in Port Douglas: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

🌙 74°F now🕔 8:33 AM local📅 Best: June, August, September, October and November👥 3.500

Things to do in Port Douglas

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Port Douglas.

Map of Port Douglas

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Coordinates: 16°29′0.2″S 145°27′54″E (-16.4834, 145.465)

Weather in Port Douglas right now

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74°F
Clear · feels like 79°F
Humidity79%
Wind2 mph W
Gusts6 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover13%
Pressure1014 hPa
VisibilityModerate · 5 mi
Air quality33 · Good
Sunrise5:46 AM
Sunset6:19 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 87%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:33 AM, Oct 23 local time.

Best time to visit Port Douglas

Go in June, August, September, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

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Summary

Port Douglas is a city in Queensland. Port Douglas is known for reef and Daintree access. It has a population of about 3.500.

Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Port Douglas with clear. It feels like 79°F. Today runs from 73°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 67%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Port Douglas is June, August, September, October and November. The climate is tropical. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 67°F.

Nearby highlights include Great Barrier Reef and Great Barrier Reef.

In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 82°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Port Douglas today at 8.8/10. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Port Douglas?

Port Douglas is a city in Queensland. Its coordinates are -16.4834, 145.465. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Port Douglas right now?

It is currently 74°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Port Douglas?

June, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Port Douglas, which has a tropical climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Port Douglas in?

Port Douglas observes Australia/Brisbane (UTC+10:00). The local time is 8:33 AM.

How many people live in Port Douglas?

Port Douglas has a population of approximately 3.500.

What are the top things to do in Port Douglas?

Popular options include Great Barrier Reef and Great Barrier Reef.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 October 23, 2026 at 8:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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