August · Australia
Best time to visit Daintree in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Daintree in August
Average temperature 24°C, 37 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.4/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 37 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Daintree scores 8.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 24°C, 37 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Daintree meets reef and rainforest-boardwalks, croc rivers, and Cape Tribulation beach edges. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
August in Daintree tops the year's climate scores
August averages 24°C (74°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Expect 37 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 daylight hours.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Daintree at 8.4/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Daintree in August?
- In August, Daintree averages 24°C, 37 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Daintree?
- August earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Daintree in August?
- Expect about 37 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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