Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Port Douglas & Daintree in July
This is the coldest month in Port Douglas & Daintree: highs average 76°F (25°C) and lows 68°F (20°C), with about 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain.
July opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 90/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 68°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (40 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (25°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 68°F (20°C).
Humidity averages 77%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is moderate at about 1.6 in (40 mm) for the month.
Plan around July
July is one of Port Douglas & Daintree's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: July – October.
- Comfort improves from 84/100 in June to 90/100.
- July sits inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Port Douglas & Daintree in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
Wildlife park with tropical habitats, cassowaries, koalas and breakfast with the birds.
Why now July scores 90/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mossman Gorge
Rainforest gorge in Daintree National Park with clear river pools and Kuku Yalanji guided walks.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 1.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Four Mile Beach
Long palm-lined beach beside Port Douglas, with a netted swim area in stinger season.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Hemingway's Brewery
Waterfront brewery at the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina with craft beers and marina views.
Port Douglas Sunday Market
Weekly market in Anzac Park with crafts, tropical fruit and fresh juices.
Nearby in July
- Cairns in July~36 mi · highs 76°F, 2.1 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Port Douglas & Daintree?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
How hot is Port Douglas & Daintree in July?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 68°F (20°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Port Douglas & Daintree in July?
Not much: about 1.6 in (40 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 73.9 in (1877 mm).
What should I pack for Port Douglas & Daintree in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Port Douglas & Daintree
Routes in season in July
- Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef May – Oct
Planning Port Douglas & Daintree in July?
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