July weather forecast
Cairns, Australia

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Weather in July

July continues the winter scene with slightly higher temperatures than June. The city experiences a cool, dry season which makes it an attractive period for tourism. Outdoor activities and festivities often reach their peak during this month. July witnesses humpback whale herds migrating along the coastline, a definite treat for animal lovers. The weather provides ideal conditions for stargazing and nightlife festivities.

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), July is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July in Cairns, Australia, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Cairns, in July, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. In Cairns, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 652mm (25.67") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Cairns is July, with an average sea temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).
Note: For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In Cairns, Australia, the average sunshine in July is 6.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, July is the month with the lowest UV index in Cairns. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Attention! UV radiation is ramped up when reflecting off sand and water surfaces.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Cairns?

July is the month when Cairns sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 23.2°C (73.8°F) and a low of 18.3°C (64.9°F).

What are the temperatures in Cairns in July?

In Cairns, 23.2°C (73.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.3°C (64.9°F) is the average low-temperature during July. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in July in Cairns?

In July, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in July in Cairns?

In Cairns, in July, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.

What month is the sea coldest in Cairns?

The month with the coldest seawater in Cairns is July, with an average sea temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

What is the sea temperature in July in Cairns?

In Cairns, the average seawater temperature in July is 23.8°C (74.8°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23.8°C (74.8°F) water may be enjoyable.

How many hours of daylight does Cairns have in July?

The average day length in July in Cairns, Australia, is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in July in Cairns?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cairns, Australia, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:04 pm AEST.

How long on average sun shines in July in Cairns?

The average sunshine duration in July in Cairns, Australia, is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cairns?

July is the month with the lowest UV index in Cairns, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in July in Cairns?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index in Cairns, Australia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in July
Cairns, Australia

Average temperature in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average high temperature in July: 23.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 18.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18°C).

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Average pressure in July
Cairns, Australia

Average pressure in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average pressure in July: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in July
Cairns, Australia

Average wind speed in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average wind speed in July: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in July
Cairns, Australia

Average humidity in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average humidity in July: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in July
Cairns, Australia

Average rainfall in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average rainfall in July: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (162mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (9mm).

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Average rainfall days in July
Cairns, Australia

Average rainfall days in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in July: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in July
Cairns, Australia

Average sea temperature in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in July: 23.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (23.8°C).

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Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Cairns, Australia

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average daylight in July: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in July
Cairns, Australia

Average sunshine days in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in July: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in July
Cairns, Australia

Average UV index in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average UV index in July: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in July
Cairns, Australia

Average cloud cover in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in July: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in July
Cairns, Australia

Average visibility in July - Cairns, Australia
  • Average visibility in July: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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