August 17 is generally a great time to visit Port Douglas. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 24°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Port Douglas right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Port Douglas
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Port Douglas Weather Forecast for August 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.9°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Port Douglas in August
Based on historical data for August 17, Port Douglas typically experiences temperatures between 18.5°C and 23.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Port Douglas
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
23.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
18.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
24.6°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
45%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.8 hPa
Low volatility
Port Douglas Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% 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
🔴 40 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 60 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 100 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.6°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
88/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~70
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Port Douglas
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:36
☀️ Noon
12:23
🌇 Sunset
18:10
⏱️ Daylight
11h 34m
Wind Speed
15 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Port Douglas
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, Port Douglas on August 17 averages 23.9°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Port Douglas Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Port Douglas Worth Visiting on August 17?
Planning a trip to Port Douglas on August 17? 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 23.9°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 70 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 23.5°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.62m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.9°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 16.7°C in 2022.