How hot is Port Douglas in January?

Daily high temperatures are around 88°F, rarely falling below 83°F or exceeding 92°F. The highest daily average high temperature is 88°F on January 20. Daily low temperatures are around 76°F, rarely falling below 72°F or exceeding 78°F.

Is Port Douglas too hot in January?

January in Port Douglas

January is super hot, humid and wet but you may still get some good days. What is this? Expect temperatures between 32 and 26C . It's the middle of summer!

Is January a good time to visit Port Douglas?

January is a great time of the year to explore Port Douglas. It is still in monsoon season, the rainforest is at its best and the creeks and rivers are crystal clear. Temperatures range from 23 – 32 degrees Celsius, which makes January the hottest month of the year.

What is the best month to go to Port Douglas?

April - June. Boasting cooler temperatures and plenty of sunshine, April through June is a great time to visit Port Douglas. As the weather begins to cool off, this marks the beginning of Port Douglas' dry season and temperatures average at a balmy 25°C.

Should I go to Cairns in January?

January is a wonderful time to explore Cairns, for although it's in the monsoon or wet season, locals prefer to call it the 'green season' – when the creeks and rivers are flowing crystal clear and the rainforest is at its luscious best.

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Can you visit the Great Barrier Reef in January?

The majority of the rain tends to fall late afternoon or overnight, meaning your days shouldn't be affected. This means you can still visit the Great Barrier Reef. An option that is very popular all year, but expecially suited to January is a cruise to "Green Island & The Reef".

Can you snorkel Great Barrier Reef in January?

January brings warm 29 degrees Celsius water and hot, rainy weather. You can see jellyfish, siphonophores, and salps, in abundance, and because the water is so warm, you can dive in Lycra suits and remain comfortable.

Can you swim in Port Douglas in January?

Thanks to the beautiful Port Douglas weather you can swim all year round. The 'best' swimming season runs between April and October. Between the months of November and March, Port Douglas is home to the box jellyfish, so special swimming enclosures are erected at popular beaches to protect swimmers.

What is the wettest month in Port Douglas?

Being a tropical location, Port Douglas essentially has two seasons: The wet and dry season. The wet season is from November to April. During this time you can expect average temperatures to be around 30 degrees Celsius, with an average monthly rainfall of 375mm. March is generally the wettest month.

What is the coldest month in Port Douglas?

Average Temperature in Port Douglas

The cool season lasts for 2.7 months, from June 1 to August 23, with an average daily high temperature below 80°F. The coldest month of the year in Port Douglas is July, with an average low of 64°F and high of 79°F.

Does it rain in January in Port Douglas?

The average sliding 31-day rainfall during January in Port Douglas is very rapidly increasing, starting the month at 9.9 inches, when it rarely exceeds 21.4 inches or falls below 2.8 inches, and ending the month at 14.3 inches, when it rarely exceeds 23.4 inches or falls below 4.7 inches.

Is there crocodiles in Port Douglas?

Port Douglas is home to a large population of crocodiles.

Can you swim at beach in Port Douglas?

Yes, absolutely, you can swim in Port Douglas Australia unless the lifeguards close the beach due to various unusual dangers. Beach closures aren't common. Should you swim? There are a few things you need to know about safety, crocodiles, deadly jellyfish, nets (swimming enclosures), and lifeguards.

What should I wear in Port Douglas?

What to Bring. Remember to limit the effects of the tropical sun with sunscreen and hats. Pack loose comfortable clothing, walking shoes, swim wear and sunglasses when on Port Douglas holidays.

What is the best time of year to visit Cairns?

The best time to visit Cairns is during the months of April and May or September and October. At this time, tourist crowds are low and flights and lodging rates are less expensive, but you may encounter some wet weather.

Why is Cairns so hot?

Temperatures and Rainfall

Cairns is a typical hot, wet city in the tropics with prodigious amounts of rainfall coupled with days of amazing sunshine and an island atmosphere while still being located on the mainland.

Does it get cold in Port Douglas?

Port Douglas experiences hot and humid summers, and pleasantly cool winters. Visitors from parts of the world that are located further away from the equator than Port Douglas are often surprised at the lack of seasons.

What is the nearest town to the Great Barrier Reef?

By far the closest, and easiest city to choose is Cairns, being the to-go place for Great Barrier Reef tours. Submerge yourself in the city lifestyle before hopping on board a boat and getting up close and personal with this world-famous marine attraction.

Can you fly into Port Douglas?

Cairns Airport is located approximately 65km or a 1 hour drive south of Port Douglas. Fortunately Port Douglas is only 60 minutes from the Cairns International Airport which is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.

Why is the water brown in Port Douglas?

So when the onshore wind chops the water the silt is lifted off the heavier sand into the water column and the water looks brown.

What is stinger season?

The traditional stinger season in the tropics is during the warmer months from November to May. This is when box jellyfish are at their peak, but stings have occurred as early as September.

Do I need a stinger suit in Cairns?

We highly recommend wearing the stinger suits – regardless of the time of year – as it will not only protect you from cairns jellyfish stings, but also provide sun protection in the tropical climate. Snorkellers do not need to fear cairns jellyfish on the Great Barrier Reef. Jellyfish are found around the world.

Are there Box Jellyfish in the Great Barrier Reef?

The box jellyfish is even considered the most venomous animal in the world. These tiny but deadly animals favour calm, warm, clear waters, which is why they are commonly found around the Great Barrier Reef.

What is the best month to snorkel the Great Barrier Reef?

The best snorkeling can be done between June and October, with crystal clear waters that let you enjoy the reef at its fullest. Beware that is the peak season though, so if you want to snorkel the reef with less crowds then shoot for April or May.

What is the best time of year to visit the Great Barrier Reef?

The best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef is from June to October. This peak season offers some key advantages for travelers. Temperatures hover in the low 60s to mid-80s, and rainfall is uncommon, which means clearer waters and better diving conditions.