Weather in Cairns, Australia 🇦🇺
Cairns currently sits at 22°C, patchy rain nearby, feeling like 22°C. Humidity sits at 66% and winds are near 11 km/h, and the UV index is 7 (high). The next few days in Cairns look set for about 15°C up to 26°C.
Hourly Forecast for Cairns
14-Day Forecast for Cairns
Patchy rain nearby
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Best Time to Be Outside in Cairns Today
The most comfortable window in Cairns today looks like 16:00 to 19:00, when it is around 21°C. It should stay dry through that window. No significant rain is expected in the next several hours.
Frequently Asked Questions about Weather in Cairns
What is the temperature in Cairns right now?
Cairns is sitting at 22°C (72°F) right now, patchy rain nearby (feels like 22°C).
What's the weather like in Cairns right now?
Conditions in Cairns right now: Patchy rain nearby, humidity 66%, wind 11 km/h ESE.
What is today's forecast for Cairns?
Today in Cairns: high 25°C, low 15°C, patchy rain nearby. Chance of rain: 59%.
What is the 7-day weather forecast for Cairns?
Daily highs and lows for Cairns:
- 2026-09-02: 25°C / 15°C
- 2026-09-03: 25°C / 16°C
- 2026-09-04: 26°C / 15°C
- 2026-09-05: 26°C / 15°C
- 2026-09-06: 27°C / 15°C
- 2026-09-07: 28°C / 15°C
- 2026-09-08: 27°C / 16°C
Is it going to rain in Cairns today?
There is a 59% chance of rain in Cairns today. Total expected precipitation: 0.74 mm.
What is the wind speed in Cairns right now?
Wind in Cairns is currently 11 km/h (7 mph) from the ESE.
What is the UV index in Cairns right now?
The UV index in Cairns is currently 6.9 (high). Sun protection is recommended when the index is 3 or higher.
