When is the best time to go to Port Douglas?

When is the best time to go to Port Douglas? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Port Douglas are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December
  • On average, the warmest months are January, February, March, April, October, November and December
  • January is the rainiest month
  • The best months for swimming are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December


Annual weather in Port Douglas

For full information about the climate and weather in Port Douglas a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

January 79°F/86°F
13in
February 79°F/86°F
9.9in
March 77°F/85°F
7.9in
April 76°F/83°F
4.8in
May 72°F/79°F
1.8in
June 68°F/77°F
1.5in
July 68°F/76°F
0.9in
August 68°F/77°F
0.9in
September 72°F/79°F
0.8in
October 76°F/83°F
1.3in
November 77°F/85°F
2.7in
December 79°F/86°F
5.3in


Weather and climate in Port Douglas

Port Douglas enjoys a tropical monsoon climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Port Douglas is 83°F (ranging from 76°F in july to 86°F in february). Annual rainfall is 50.4in, with a minimum of 0.8in in september and a maximum of 13in in january.
  • Between january and february the climate is correct. The temperature rises to 86°F and it rains about 9.9in each month.
  • Between the months of march and december the climate is favorable. the thermometer goes up to 86°F°C and it rains in december about 5.3in.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Port Douglas

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Port Douglas: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Port Douglas

Find out when Port Douglas has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Port Douglas

  • Very low season in Port Douglas
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: February, March and May.
  • Low season in Port Douglas
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: January, April and November.
  • High season in Port Douglas
    The number of visitors to Port Douglas is high in: June.
  • Peak season in Port Douglas
    The largest number of tourists visiting Port Douglas is during: July, August, September, October and December.

Figure: Visitor index for Port Douglas month by month



Best time for low prices in Port Douglas

Average price of hiring a car in Port Douglas

On average, it costs $ 90 per day to hire a car in Port Douglas. This price varies by $ 46 depending on the month. In april, hiring a car costs an average of $ 72 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in june is $ 117.

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