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Quick facts about Great Barrier Reef
Summary
Great Barrier Reef is a tourist attraction in Cairns. Great Barrier Reef is a landmark known for the world's largest coral reef system.
Right now it is 74°F (24°C) in Great Barrier Reef with clear. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 73°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Great Barrier Reef is August, September, October and November. The climate is tropical. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 72°F.
Nearby highlights include Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is in line with the 75°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Great Barrier Reef today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 18°17′13.6″S 147°41′57.1″E (-18.2871, 147.6992)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Great Barrier Reef?
Great Barrier Reef is a tourist attraction in Cairns. Its coordinates are -18.2871, 147.6992. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Great Barrier Reef right now?
It is currently 74°F (24°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Great Barrier Reef?
August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Great Barrier Reef, which has a tropical climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Great Barrier Reef in?
Great Barrier Reef observes Etc/GMT-10 (UTC+10:00). The local time is 12:59 AM.
What are the top things to do in Great Barrier Reef?
Popular options include Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
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| 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 August 27, 2026 at 12:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
