January · Australia
Best time to visit Cairns in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
4.1/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 483 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Sunny days
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Cairns scores 4.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 483 mm of rain, and roughly 24 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 January?
- In January, Cairns averages 27°C, 483 mm of rain, and about 24 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 4.1/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Cairns?
- January earns a 4.1/10 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 January?
- Expect about 483 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 24 sunny days.
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