Palm Cove Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Palm Cove’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Australia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Year-round, Palm Cove experiences a consistently comfortable climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 23°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 19°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Palm Cove by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. January, the city’s warmest month, boasts 208 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 36 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 6 days. It records 223 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Australia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.






Palm Cove Temperatures Compared World Wide
Palm Cove’s average annual maximum temperature is 27°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Palm Cove, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 57% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 23°C. In the warmest month, January, the humidity is 68% combined with an average maximum temperature of 29°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Palm Cove’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Palm Cove climate page.