AustraliaAverage weather for Cairns in April
It's hot in April in Cairns with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 24°C.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Cairns with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 24°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 24°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Cairns is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Cairns is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In April, there is an average of 185 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Cairns in April |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 17°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 22°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
185 mm | 81 mm | |
| Rainy days |
13 days | 11 days | |
March
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is April a good time to visit Cairns?
Looking for sun? April isn’t a good month to be in Cairns. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2023, Cairns reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Cairns
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Cairns, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in Cairns
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Cairns, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect about 13 days of precipitation in Cairns.
Daily UV index in April in Cairns
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Cairns, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Cairns over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Cairns, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in April in Cairns over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Cairns, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in April for Cairns
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Average weather in Cairns by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cairns. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
