AustraliaThe weather in October in Cairns
It's hot in October in Cairns with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
October is a good month to be in Cairns for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and 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 October 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 34°C in 2021, Cairns reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Cairns is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 38 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in October for Cairns
Click on any day in October 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.
October weather comparison
| Cairns | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 38 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Cairns with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Cairns is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 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 October in Cairns, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Cairns
Temperature in October in Cairns over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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 October in Cairns
Total precipitation in October in Cairns over the years
Daily UV index in October in Cairns
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.