Best time to visit Port Douglas

Q: When is the best time to visit Port Douglas?

The best time to visit Port Douglas is June, August and September based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Port Douglas?

The hottest time of year in Port Douglas is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Port Douglas?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Port Douglas with 424mm on average. There are normally 14 days in January with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Port Douglas?

The sunniest time of year in Port Douglas is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 69% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Port Douglas?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Port Douglas in February when the water temperature reaches 29°C.

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When is the best time to visit Port Douglas?

The best time to visit Port Douglas is June, August and September based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Port Douglas?

The hottest time of year in Port Douglas is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Port Douglas?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Port Douglas with 424mm on average. There are normally 14 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Port Douglas?

The sunniest time of year in Port Douglas is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 69% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Port Douglas?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Port Douglas in February when the water temperature reaches 29°C.