October 24 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Cairns. With minimal rain risk (10%) and pleasant highs of 28°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Cairns right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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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 October 24
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27.8°C. 10% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Cairns in October
Based on historical data for October 24, Cairns typically experiences temperatures between 22.5°C and 27.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (10% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Cairns
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
27.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
22.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
31.1°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
10%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
49%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1013.4 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 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 14 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 21 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 35 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
23.2°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
31.1°C
Feels hotter
😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
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
85/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~68
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Cairns
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:44
☀️ Noon
12:02
🌇 Sunset
18:20
⏱️ Daylight
12h 35m
Wind Speed
14.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Cairns
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
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 October 24 averages 27.8°C with a 10% 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 October 24?
Planning a trip to Cairns on October 24? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27.8°C with a 10% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 68 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 27.4°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.43m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 24 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.7°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 19.9°C in 2023.