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Port Douglas & Daintree in June
Port Douglas & Daintree edges cooler than May, with highs of 77°F (25°C), lows of 70°F (21°C) and about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain.
It scores 84/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (54 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What June feels like
Highs settle around 77°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 70°F (21°C).
With 80% average humidity, it feels muggy.
About 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's June.
Plan around June
June is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (July – October).
- Shortest days of the year, about 11 h 01 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in May to 84/100.
- June sits inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 77°F
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Port Douglas & Daintree in June
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 June scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Port Douglas Sunday Market
Weekly market in Anzac Park with crafts, tropical fruit and fresh juices.
Why now Highs near 77°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Daintree River Cruise
Small-boat cruise looking for saltwater crocodiles, birds and tree snakes on the river.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Agincourt Reef
Ribbon reef on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, reached by Quicksilver catamaran.
Salsa Bar & Grill
Long-running Port Douglas restaurant with tropical Australian dishes and seafood.
Nearby in June
- Cairns in June~36 mi · highs 77°F, 2.5 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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Port Douglas & Daintree?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 84/100 against a best of 96 in July – October. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain. June is inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
How hot is Port Douglas & Daintree in June?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Port Douglas & Daintree in June?
Not much: about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 73.9 in (1877 mm).
What should I pack for Port Douglas & Daintree in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 77°F), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Port Douglas & Daintree
Routes in season in June
- Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef May – Oct
Planning Port Douglas & Daintree in June?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.