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Cairns in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Cairns in July 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Comfortable water
Planning a trip to Cairns in July? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +23°C and approximately 7 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 31 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • July is usually the coldest month of the year in Cairns;

Average weather

☀️
+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
+10°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
31 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cairns has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Cairns in July

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

Going from a maximum of +25°C during the day to a minimum of +16°C during the night, the temperature in July averages around +23°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +23°C to +22°C.

Is Cairns warm or cold in July?

Cairns is typically warm in July.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +24°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +20°C to +19°C.

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

July is the coldest month in Cairns, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Cairns in July

Water in Cairns in July is Comfortable. It varies from +22°C to +25°C, with an average of +24°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +23°C.

The water temperature in July is one of the coldest of the entire 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 July?

The water in Cairns in July is pretty comfortable (+24°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Cairns in July

Cairns weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+24°C+23°C+24°C
Min. temperature
+10°C+10°C+10°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+31°C+31°C
Rainfall
34 mm31 mm27 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+25°C+24°C+24°C
Humidity
76%75%74%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
678
Cloudy days
121211
Rainy days
131212
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. It’s getting colder in July. From +24°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +23°C. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 34 mm to 31 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 6 to 7.

August brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Cairns is gradually increasing during July, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Cairns based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 96 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 29 mm, which is moderate rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July 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 July in Cairns?

This is the weather in Cairns in July 2023:
1 July
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+23°C
2 July
🌧️
+24°C
3 July
🌧️
+25°C
4 July
🌧️
+25°C
5 July
☁️
+25°C
6 July
☁️
+25°C
7 July
☁️
+24°C
8 July
☁️
+23°C
9 July
☁️
+23°C
10 July
☁️
+23°C
11 July
☁️
+24°C
12 July
🌧️
+24°C
13 July
🌧️
+22°C
14 July
🌧️
+23°C
15 July
☁️
+24°C
16 July
🌧️
+23°C
17 July
☁️
+23°C
18 July
☁️
+23°C
19 July
☁️
+23°C
20 July
☁️
+23°C
21 July
☁️
+24°C
22 July
☀️
+24°C
23 July
☁️
+24°C
24 July
☁️
+21°C
25 July
☁️
+21°C
26 July
🌧️
+23°C
27 July
🌧️
+22°C
28 July
☁️
+23°C
29 July
☁️
+22°C
30 July
☁️
+22°C
31 July
☁️
+22°C
In July 2023 Cairns had 1 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 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 July 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 July:

Is July a good time to visit Cairns?

July is a really good time to go to Cairns. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Cairns.

Can you sunbathe in Cairns in July?

July 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 July?

Yes, the water temperature in Cairns in July is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +24°C.

Is Cairns rainy in July?

Cairns is usually dry in July. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Cairns in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Cairns in July, 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.