October · Australia
Best time to visit Cairns in OctoberWeather, crowds & prices
October score
7.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 41 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Sunny days
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Cairns scores 7.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 41 mm of rain, and roughly 31 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 October?
- In October, Cairns averages 25°C, 41 mm of rain, and about 31 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Cairns?
- October earns a 7.9/10 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 October?
- Expect about 41 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 31 sunny days.
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