Average weather in Cairns, Australia
The most popular time of year to visit Cairns is in winter (between June and October). This is considered the best time to visit with crystal clear skies, cool breezes and perfect scuba-diving on the Great Barrier Reef. The wet season usually begins to build up around December, giving humid days and possibly stormy nights. Most rainfall occurs during January, February and March, and is usually in the form of heavy tropical storms in the late afternoons.
What's the best time to travel to Cairns in Australia?
Here are some facts:
- On average, the temperatures are always high.
- A lot of rain (rainy season) falls in the months: January, February, March, April, May, November and December.
- On average, the warmest month is January.
- On average, the coolest month is July.
- March is the wettest month.
- August is the driest month.
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Average minimum and maximum temperature over the year
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Average monthly precipitation over the year (rainfall, snow)
This is the mean monthly precipitation, including rain, snow, hail etc.
Average monthly hours of sunshine over the year
This is the monthly total of sunhours
