Cairns weather in February (Queensland, Australia)

Is February a good time to explore Cairns weather-wise? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, February in Cairns includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 29°C. At night, it falls to around 25°C. The warmest month of the year calls for summer outfits and sun protection. Enjoy the heat but make sure to stay cool and hydrated.

Precipitation

Cairns in February falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 292 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. This month experiences about 14 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 171 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Cairns. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While February tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cairns climate page with graphs.

 

Cairns, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Water Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 292 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 72%  

Sunshine 171 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in February

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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