October 28 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Port Douglas. With minimal rain risk (13%) and pleasant highs of 28°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Port Douglas, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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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 28
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 28.2°C. 13% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Port Douglas in October
Based on historical data for October 28, Port Douglas typically experiences temperatures between 22.5°C and 28.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (13% 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
28.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
22.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
32.3°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
13%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
44%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1013.2 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 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 13 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 20 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 33 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
24°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
32.3°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
05:44
☀️ Noon
12:03
🌇 Sunset
18:22
⏱️ Daylight
12h 38m
Wind Speed
13.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
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 28 averages 28.2°C with a 13% 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 October 28?
Planning a trip to Port Douglas on October 28? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 28.2°C with a 13% 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 28°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.64m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 28 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 31.4°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 20.8°C in 2017.