Queensland - Northeast coast - Australia
Port Douglas weather and climate
Queensland - Northeast coast - Australia
Port Douglas weather and climate
Day
30 °C
Night
22 °C
Sea
27 °C
Precipitation
137 mm
in month
Rainy days
18 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
71 %
Day
30 °C
Night
22 °C
Sea
27 °C
Precipitation
137 mm
in month
Rainy days
18 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
71 %
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Weather overview for Port Douglas
Weather overview
Port Douglas (Australia) is a place with a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 26 °C (79 °F) in July to 32 °C (89 °F) in December. The highest sea temperatures in Port Douglas are in February with 29 °C (84 °F) and the lowest in July with 23 °C (74 °F). The driest month is September with just 6 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is February with 22 days of rain. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in January with 24 °C (75 °F), the lowest in July with 17 °C (63 °F).
January weather
The wet season is at its beginning in Port Douglas. The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, the value of this measure is 31 °C (88 °F), while the maximum of the night temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 24 °C (75 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 21 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, the value of this measure is 318 mm (12.52 in). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 7 hours.
February weather
The maximum of the sea temperature is observable, its value is 29 °C (84 °F) in Port Douglas. The wet season continues this month. The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, its value is 22 days, and the maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed as well, the value of this measure is 350 mm (13.78 in). The humidity reaches its maximum, with its value of 73 %. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
March weather
The sea temperature starts to descent, with its value of 28 °C (83 °F) in Port Douglas, and the night temperature starts to descent too, with its value being 23 °C (73 °F). The wet season is taking place. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 20 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed as well, its value is 265 mm (10.45 in).
April weather
The tourist season is about to start this month in Port Douglas. The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 30 °C (85 °F), while the descent of the sea temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 27 °C (81 °F). The wet season continues. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 18 days. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 22 °C (71 °F).
May weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in May in Port Douglas. The descent of the sea temperature can be observed, its value is 26 °C (78 °F), and the day temperature continues to descent as well, the value of this measure is 28 °C (83 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 14 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too, with its value being 73 mm (2.88 in). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 20 °C (68 °F).
June weather
The tourist season is taking place in Port Douglas. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 26 °C (80 °F), and the sea temperature continues to descent too, with its value being 24 °C (76 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 9 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too, with its value being 48 mm (1.89 in). The night temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 18 °C (65 °F).
July weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value being 26 °C (79 °F) in Port Douglas, and the sea temperature is on its minimum as well in July. The tourist season is close to its peak. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 8 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed as well. The night temperature is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 17 °C (63 °F).
August weather
The day temperature starts to rise in August in Port Douglas. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 7 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, the value of this measure is 23 mm (0.90 in). The tourist season is close to its peak, and the dry season is taking place too. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, with its value being 8 hours.
September weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Port Douglas. The beginning of the rise of the sea temperature could be noticed, with its value of 25 °C (76 °F), while the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 29 °C (84 °F). The number of rainy days is on its minimum, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum as well in September. The humidity is on its minimum.
October weather
The tourist season is taking place this month in Port Douglas. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 26 °C (79 °F). The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value of 7 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed as well, its value is 47 mm (1.85 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, with its value of 9 hours.
November weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 31 °C (88 °F) in Port Douglas, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too. The tourist season is close to its peak this month. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 11 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 91 mm (3.60 in). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 23 °C (73 °F).
December weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Port Douglas. The day temperature is on its maximum, with its value of 32 °C (89 °F), while the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 28 °C (83 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 15 days, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 180 mm (7.10 in). The night temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 24 °C (74 °F).
FAQs
What is the humidity in March in Port Douglas?
Humidity in March in Port Douglas is 72 %.
How windy is Port Douglas in April?
In April in Port Douglas, there will be an average wind scale of 5.
What is the temperature in Port Douglas during the day in May?
In Port Douglas in May, the average daily temperatures will be 28 °C (83 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
How many sunny hours can I expect in Port Douglas in June?
In Port Douglas in June, you can expect around 7 hours of sunshine.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in July in Port Douglas?
In July in Port Douglas, we can expect 8 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.9 days of the week, or in general - 27 % days.
Is August a good month to visit Port Douglas?
August is the best month to visit Port Douglas. The temperature during the day will be nice 27 °C (80 °F). The temperature of the sea will be perfect at 24 °C (74 °F). There are only 7 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. The temperature of 18 °C (64 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What is the sea temperature in September in Port Douglas?
The temperature of the sea in Port Douglas in September is 25 °C (76 °F). It will be comfortable for you to spend even a long time in a sea warm like this, there will be people for whom this temperature will be too low or too high.
Is it hot in October in Port Douglas?
In October in Port Douglas, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Is November part of the wet season in Port Douglas?
No, there is no wet season in November in Port Douglas - you can expect 11 days of rain during the month.
What is the air temperature in Port Douglas in December at night?
The average night temperature in December in Port Douglas is 24 °C (74 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.