To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
While the amount of sunshine in Port Douglas changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2692 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in October and a subtle dip in February.
This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 9.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.
Port Douglas enjoys an average of 2692 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.
In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
February, Port Douglas’s wettest month, receives 341 mm (13 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Port Douglas Precipitation page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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