Australia (Cairns) · April
Low seasonAustralia · Oceania
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 32° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 27° | 29° | 30° | 31° | 32° |
MINMIN | 25° | 25° | 24° | 23° | 21° | 19° | 18° | 18° | 20° | 22° | 23° | 24° |
☀️Sunshine | 7h UV 8 | 6h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 8 |
🌊Water Temp | 30° | 30° | 29° | 27° | 26° | 24° | 23° | 23° | 25° | 27° | 28° | 29° |
🌧Rain Days | 16d399mm | 13d340mm | 14d375mm | 11d181mm | 8d76mm | 4d39mm | 4d40mm | 3d22mm | 3d24mm | 5d64mm | 6d65mm | 9d200mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Australia (Cairns) is generally manageable, but with 11 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 29°C, cooling to 23°C at night (daily average: 25°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 11 rain days with 181 mm total. The water is a warm 27°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Australia (Cairns) in April
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Australia (Cairns)?
- April is not an optimal month for Australia (Cairns) (Score: 70/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Australia (Cairns) in April?
- In April, Australia (Cairns) sees daily highs of 29°C. Nights cool to 23°C, with a daily average of 25°C.
- How much rain falls in Australia (Cairns) in April?
- In April, Australia (Cairns) receives an average of 181 mm of rain over 11 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Australia (Cairns) get in April?
- Australia (Cairns) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in April — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Australia (Cairns) in April?
- Water temperature in Australia (Cairns) in April averages 27°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
