Cairns Weather Forecast
Cairns weather: 78°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Cairns
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 80° / 65° | 0% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 79° / 67° | 0% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 77° / 69° | 2% | 17 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 77° / 67° | 53% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 76° / 67° | 53% · 0,2 in | 19 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 76° / 66° | 71% · 0,2 in | 18 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 66° | 71% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 67° | 55% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 68° | 27% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 66° | 16% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 77° / 66° | 18% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 77° / 67° | 20% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 77° / 68° | 29% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ☀️ Clear sky | 78° / 66° | 24% | 13 mph | 8 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 76°F against a August normal of 76°F - right on average.
The next 7 days carry about 2.2 times a normal week's rain for August (0,6 in against 0,3 in).
What this means for Cairns
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is 3.2°F above the 76°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 36 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 43°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 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 36 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 Oceania.
What is the weather like in Cairns right now?
It is currently 78°F (25°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 67% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cairns?
June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Cairns, which has a tropical climate. January, February and March 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 10:28 AM.
How many people live in Cairns?
Cairns has a population of approximately 153.000.
What are the top things to 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate 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 August 26, 2026 at 10:28 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
