July 26 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Cairns. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 24°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Cairns is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Cairns
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Cairns Weather Forecast for July 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.6°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Cairns in July
Based on historical data for July 26, Cairns typically experiences temperatures between 19.1°C and 23.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Cairns
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
23.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
19.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
24.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1017.2 hPa
Low volatility
Cairns Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 87% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.5°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~80
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Cairns
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:45
☀️ Noon
12:24
🌇 Sunset
18:03
⏱️ Daylight
11h 17m
Wind Speed
17.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Cairns
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Cairns on July 26 averages 23.6°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Cairns Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Cairns Worth Visiting on July 26?
Planning a trip to Cairns on July 26? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23.6°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 80 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 23.7°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.92m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest July 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.3°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 18.6°C in 2020.