2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Cairns in July

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

July is an excellent time to visit Cairns. Cairns has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 24°C, lows of 19°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

Avg High

24°C

Avg Low

19°C

Rainy days

9days

Daylight

11.2h

Is July a good time to visit Cairns?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:47 AM

Sunset

5:59 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
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 July

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is July a good time to visit Cairns? +

July is typically Excellent for visiting Cairns, with average highs of 24°C and around 9 rainy days.

What should I pack for Cairns in July? +

With highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Cairns in July? +

Cairns typically sees around 9 rainy days in July.

How many hours of daylight are there in Cairns in July? +

In July, Cairns gets approximately 11.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is July peak season in Cairns? +

Yes, July 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.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Australia/Brisbane)

Last Updated: January 2026

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24° / 19°
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