Cairns Weather in April
Australia · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
April in Cairns is warm, with average daytime highs around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows near 22°C (71°F). Expect roughly 179mm of precipitation spread over about 14 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
22°C
71°F
Rainfall
179mm
rainy
Rainy days
14
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 211 hours of sunshine over the month (~7h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- light summer clothing
- sunscreen and sunglasses
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
April vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Cairns in April?
- April in Cairns is warm, with average daytime highs around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows near 22°C (71°F). Expect roughly 179mm of precipitation spread over about 14 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
- Does it rain a lot in Cairns in April?
- Cairns sees around 179mm of precipitation in April on average — rainy by global standards.
- Is April a good time to visit Cairns?
- April is a workable month to visit Cairns, but expect some weather trade-offs.