Australia (Cairns) · February
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
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in Australia (Cairns) is generally manageable, but with 13 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 31°C, cooling to 24°C at night (daily average: 27°C). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 13 rain days (340 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. The water is a warm 30°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 February
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Australia (Cairns)?
- February is not an optimal month for Australia (Cairns) (Score: 59/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Australia (Cairns) in February?
- In February, Australia (Cairns) sees daily highs of 31°C. Nights cool to 24°C, with a daily average of 27°C.
- How much rain falls in Australia (Cairns) in February?
- In February, Australia (Cairns) receives an average of 340 mm of rain over 13 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Australia (Cairns) get in February?
- Australia (Cairns) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in February — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Australia (Cairns) in February?
- Water temperature in Australia (Cairns) in February averages 30°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
