Weather in Cairns in February
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
February is a wet time to visit Cairns. Cairns has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 32°C, lows of 26°C, and approximately 18 rainy days per month.
32°C
26°C
18days
12.7h
Is February a good time to visit Cairns?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
6:12 AM
6:51 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 February
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Planning a trip to Cairns?
Common Questions
Is February a good time to visit Cairns? +
February is typically Wet for visiting Cairns, with average highs of 32°C and around 18 rainy days.
What should I pack for Cairns in February? +
With highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Cairns in February? +
Cairns typically sees around 18 rainy days in February.
How many hours of daylight are there in Cairns in February? +
In February, Cairns gets approximately 12.7 hours of daylight per day.
Is February peak season in Cairns? +
No, February is not peak season in Cairns. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
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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