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Cairns weather in October

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Cairns October weather at a glance

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In October, Cairns averages 24.6°C, with typical highs of 29.3°C and lows of 20.6°C. The historical average is 12 wet days and 78% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in October, it is 9.6°C warmer than Seoul, with 2 more wet days.

Cairns October temperature & humidity

Average24.6°CHigh 29.3° / low 20.6°
Humidity78%
Wet days12 days37% of days
Day–night range8.7°

Cairns October rain & wet days

Wet days12 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days37%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Cairns in October

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

  • DaytimeBreathable short sleeves, hat and sunscreen · average high 29.3°C
  • Morning & eveningLight layer for air-conditioned rooms · average low 20.6°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Breathable T-shirtsHat and sunglassesCompact umbrella
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Cairns October sunrise & sunset times

2026 October · Local time (Australia/Brisbane)

Sunrise on the 15th05:49
Sunset on the 15th18:17
Daylight duration12h 28m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-10-0106:0018:1412h 14m
2026-10-1505:4918:1712h 28m
2026-10-3105:4018:2212h 42m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Cairns

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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October weather by year

October 202424.5°9 wet days, 75% humidity
October 202524.7°14 wet days, 80% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

131°17°
231°18°
331°18°
429°18°
528°20°
628°20°2.6mm
727°20°
829°21°
929°22°
1029°23°2.1mm
1129°21°1.3mm
1229°21°2.3mm
1330°22°1.1mm
1430°23°12mm
1528°22°2.9mm
1627°22°6mm
1729°21°2.3mm
1829°21°2.4mm
1929°19°
2029°20°
2129°20°
2229°18°
2330°19°
2430°18°
2530°19°
2631°21°
2731°22°
2831°24°3.5mm
2932°23°2mm
3033°23°8.1mm
3132°25°2.4mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Cairns weather like in October?

In October, Cairns averages 24.6°C, with typical highs of 29.3°C and lows of 20.6°C. The historical average is 12 wet days and 78% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Cairns in October?

There are about 12 wet days in October. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Cairns in October?

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

What are the best months to visit Cairns?

Recent weather data rates June, July, August among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Cairns weather in October in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Cairns in October?

On 2026-10-15, calculated sunrise is 05:49 and sunset is 18:17 in local time (Australia/Brisbane). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations