December · Australia
Best time to visit Cairns in DecemberWeather, crowds & prices
December score
4.3/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 395 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Sunny days
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Cairns scores 4.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 395 mm of rain, and roughly 26 sunny days this month.
Reef boats and rainforest day trips peak in the drier June-July winter window.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cairns in December?
- In December, Cairns averages 27°C, 395 mm of rain, and about 26 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Cairns?
- December earns a 4.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cairns in December?
- Expect about 395 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 26 sunny days.
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