Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Port Douglas & Daintree in August
Port Douglas & Daintree sees its driest month, with just 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain, highs of 77°F (25°C) and lows of 69°F (20°C).
At 94/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 1.0 in (26 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What August feels like
Warm afternoons near 77°F (25°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Lows average 69°F (20°C).
Rain is scarce: about 1.0 in (26 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around August
August is one of Port Douglas & Daintree's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 90/100 in July to 94/100.
- August sits inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 77°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Port Douglas & Daintree in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Cape Tribulation
Where the Daintree rainforest meets the reef, with boardwalks and quiet beaches.
Why now August scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Daintree River Cruise
Small-boat cruise looking for saltwater crocodiles, birds and tree snakes on the river.
Why now Highs near 77°F and 1.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Agincourt Reef
Ribbon reef on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, reached by Quicksilver catamaran.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Daintree Ice Cream Company
Orchard farm making ice cream from its own tropical fruit, in a set tasting cup.
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
Wildlife park with tropical habitats, cassowaries, koalas and breakfast with the birds.
Nearby in August
- Cairns in August~36 mi · highs 79°F, 1.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Port Douglas & Daintree in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Port Douglas & Daintree?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
How hot is Port Douglas & Daintree in August?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 69°F (20°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Port Douglas & Daintree in August?
Not much: about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 73.9 in (1877 mm).
What should I pack for Port Douglas & Daintree in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 77°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Port Douglas & Daintree
Routes in season in August
- Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef May – Oct
Planning Port Douglas & Daintree in August?
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