Weather in Cairns in August
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
August is an excellent time to visit Cairns. Cairns has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 25°C, lows of 20°C, and approximately 8 rainy days per month.
25°C
20°C
8days
11.5h
Is August a good time to visit Cairns?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
6:37 AM
6:08 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 25°C | 22 | Wet |
| February | 32°C | 26°C | 18 | Wet |
| March | 29°C | 25°C | 23 | Wet |
| April | 28°C | 24°C | 17 | Excellent (best) |
| May | 25°C | 21°C | 16 | Excellent (best) |
| June | 24°C | 21°C | 16 | Excellent (best) |
| July | 24°C | 19°C | 9 | Excellent (best) |
| August | 25°C | 20°C | 8 | Excellent (best) |
| September | 25°C | 21°C | 12 | Excellent (best) |
| October | 27°C | 23°C | 7 | Excellent (best) |
| November | 29°C | 24°C | 9 | Good |
| December | 30°C | 25°C | 20 | Wet |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for August
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is August a good time to visit Cairns? +
August is typically Excellent for visiting Cairns, with average highs of 25°C and around 8 rainy days.
What should I pack for Cairns in August? +
With highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Cairns in August? +
Cairns typically sees around 8 rainy days in August.
How many hours of daylight are there in Cairns in August? +
In August, Cairns gets approximately 11.5 hours of daylight per day.
Is August peak season in Cairns? +
Yes, August is peak season in Cairns. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
What is the best month to visit Cairns? +
The best months to visit Cairns are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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