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24°
Clear
Feels Like: 25°
Min: 16°
Max: 27°
The next few hours will be mostly clear, with today reaching 27°C and dropping to 15°C. The coming days will be drizzle
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18:08
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22:44
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Weather in Cairns today, September 16, 2026
Conditions in Cairns on September 16, 2026 favour clear skies, so the day opens with a fine, sunny outlook. Any interruptions to the blue should be brief rather than lasting. The opening hours look fair, as cloud stays near 9% around 09:00. Morning errands should face fewer weather interruptions.
Expect highs of 27°C and cooler readings close to 16°C. Expect humidity between 43% and 74%, most humid near 22:00. Airflow remains manageable, reaching about 4.1 km/h around 13:00.
Expect a more open afternoon, with limited cloud around 5% by 12:00. Residual damp risk should be lower than earlier. Expect visibility around 16.1 km. Sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:08, giving 11 hours 55 minutes of sunlight today.
Overall, Cairns on September 16, 2026 favours outdoor plans under mostly open skies, with a comfortable high near 27°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Cairns
How warm does it get in Cairns?
The warmest month in Cairns is February, with average high temperatures of 29°C. The average temperature during this period is around 26°C.
How cold does it get in Cairns?
The coldest month in Cairns is August, with average low temperatures of 18°C. The average temperature during this period is around 20°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Cairns?
The wettest month in Cairns is January, with an average of 431mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Cairns?
The driest month in Cairns is September, with an average of 27mm of precipitation.
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