AustraliaThe weather in August in Cairns
It's warm in August in Cairns with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Cairns. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Cairns, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2020, Cairns reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Cairns is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 24 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in August for Cairns
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cairns. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Cairns | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 24 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Cairns with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Cairns is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Cairns, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Cairns
Temperature in August in Cairns over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Cairns, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Cairns
Total precipitation in August in Cairns over the years
Daily UV index in August in Cairns
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August 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.
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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.