End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Port Douglas & Daintree in November
Port Douglas & Daintree edges warmer than October, with highs of 85°F (29°C), lows of 75°F (24°C) and about 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain.
It scores 79/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 3.0 in (75 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What November feels like
Days are warm, averaging 85°F (29°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 75°F (24°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Some rain is likely, about 3.0 in (75 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (July – October).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: December brings 7.3 in (185 mm).
- Humidity season begins: 75% on average, up from 74% in October.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in October to 79/100.
- Our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends May – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.0 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Port Douglas & Daintree in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Four Mile Beach
Long palm-lined beach beside Port Douglas, with a netted swim area in stinger season.
Why now November scores 79/100 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 85°F and 3.0 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.
Daintree Ice Cream Company
Orchard farm making ice cream from its own tropical fruit, in a set tasting cup.
Port Douglas Sunday Market
Weekly market in Anzac Park with crafts, tropical fruit and fresh juices.
Nearby in November
- Cairns in November~36 mi · highs 89°F, 3.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Port Douglas & Daintree?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 79/100 against a best of 96 in July – October. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain. Our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends May – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Port Douglas & Daintree in November?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Port Douglas & Daintree in November?
Some: about 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 73.9 in (1877 mm).
What should I pack for Port Douglas & Daintree in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.0 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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