Cairns weather in August (Queensland, Australia)
Looking to travel to Cairns in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In Cairns, August is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 24°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C.
Cairns in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 34 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 4 days of the month will see rainfall.
With around 248 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Cairns. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cairns climate page with graphs.
Cairns, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
18°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Water Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
14%
Precipitation
34 mm
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
56%
Sunshine
248 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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So, what should you wear in Cairns in August?
For visitors traveling to Cairns, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 22°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
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