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Cairns in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Cairns in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Cairns, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Cairns in April 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
If you plan to visit Cairns in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +27°C during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 21 rainy days in the month and around 121 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+16°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
121 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cairns has OK weather in April.

Average temperature in Cairns in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cairns for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +31°C during the day to a minimum of +21°C during the night, the temperature in April averages around +28°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +26°C.

Is Cairns warm or cold in April?

Cairns is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +28°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +24°C to +23°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Cairns:

Water temperature in Cairns in April

Water in Cairns in April is Warm. It varies from +27°C to +29°C, with an average of +28°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +27°C.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Cairns are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in July, with an average of +24°C.

Can you swim in Cairns in April?

You can absolutely swim in Cairns in April, the water is warm (+28°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Cairns in April

Cairns weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+28°C+27°C+26°C
Min. temperature
+19°C+16°C+11°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+34°C+33°C
Rainfall
226 mm121 mm62 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+29°C+28°C+26°C
Humidity
80%79%78%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1012 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
235
Cloudy days
569
Rainy days
232118
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as ok as in March. It’s getting colder in April. From +28°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +27°C. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 226 mm to 121 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 80% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 2 to 3.

May brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Cairns in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Cairns is gradually increasing during April, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Cairns based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 77% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 143 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 44 mm, which is moderate rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Cairns wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 290 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 33% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Cairns?

This is the weather in Cairns in April 2023:
1 April
☁️
+28°C
2 April
☁️
+28°C
3 April
☁️
+28°C
4 April
🌧️
+28°C
5 April
☁️
+28°C
6 April
☁️
+28°C
7 April
☁️
+29°C
8 April
☁️
+29°C
9 April
☁️
+28°C
10 April
☁️
+29°C
11 April
☁️
+29°C
12 April
🌧️
+29°C
13 April
☁️
+29°C
14 April
☁️
+30°C
15 April
☁️
+31°C
16 April
☁️
+30°C
17 April
🌧️
+28°C
18 April
🌧️
+26°C
19 April
☁️
+26°C
20 April
☁️
+27°C
21 April
☁️
+28°C
22 April
🌧️
+26°C
23 April
🌧️
+25°C
24 April
🌧️
+26°C
25 April
🌧️
+25°C
26 April
☁️
+26°C
27 April
🌧️
+26°C
28 April
☁️
+26°C
29 April
☀️
+26°C
30 April
☁️
+26°C
In April 2023 Cairns had 1 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +25°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Cairns climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Cairns in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+24°C) and the highest in 2013 (+30°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 513 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3123 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cairns in April:

Is April a good time to visit Cairns?

It’s always a good time to visit Cairns, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Cairns in April?

April is warm in Cairns. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Cairns in April?

Yes, you can swim in Cairns in April, the water temperature averaging at +28°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Cairns rainy in April?

Cairns is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Cairns in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Cairns in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Cairns

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cairns, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.