October 24 is generally a great time to visit Port Douglas. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 28°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 October 24
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27.8°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Port Douglas in October
Based on historical data for October 24, Port Douglas typically experiences temperatures between 22.1°C and 27.8°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.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Port Douglas
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
27.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
22.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
31.5°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
50%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1013.4 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 89% 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
23.8°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
31.5°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 Port Douglas
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:46
☀️ Noon
12:03
🌇 Sunset
18:21
⏱️ Daylight
12h 34m
Wind Speed
13.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Port Douglas
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, Port Douglas on October 24 averages 27.8°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 25
27.9°C • 12% rain
Score
100
October 26
28.1°C • 12% rain
Score
100
October 27
28.2°C • 12% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Port Douglas Worth Visiting on October 24?
Planning a trip to Port Douglas 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 16% 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 27.6°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.45m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 24 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.1°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 20.5°C in 2019.