Verdict: Good month
Cairns Weather in April
April runs warm in Cairns, with daily highs around 29°C (84°F) and nights near 23°C (73°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 17 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, April is a solid month to visit Cairns.
Average high
29°C / 84°F
Average low
23°C / 73°F
Rain days
~17
Precipitation
294 mm
What to pack for Cairns in April
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 17 days
- Quick-dry shoes — downpours are short but heavy
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
April against the rest of the year
Warmest in Cairns: Jan (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jul (24°C / 75°F) · Wettest: Jan (~24 rain days)
31°
24°
Jan
31°
24°
Feb
30°
24°
Mar
29°
23°
Apr
26°
20°
May
25°
19°
Jun
24°
18°
Jul
25°
18°
Aug
27°
20°
Sep
29°
21°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
31°
24°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)