AustraliaAverage weather for Cairns in October
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.
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. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
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.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Cairns is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In October, there is an average of 38 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Cairns in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
38 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 13 days | |
September
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.
Is October a good time to visit Cairns?
October is a good month to be in Cairns for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
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.
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Daily Temperature in October in Cairns
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October 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 October in Cairns
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October 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 October, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Cairns.
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.
Temperature in October in Cairns over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Cairns, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Cairns over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Cairns, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October 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.
