Temperatures in September
It's warm in September in Cairns with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 22°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Cairns in September. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of September
The month of September starts in Cairns with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-September
By mid-September, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 29°C, with nights close to 21°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of September
By the end of September, the average daytime temperature in Cairns will be around 30°C, with nights close to 21°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Cairns is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Precipitation in September
In September, there is an average of 19 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The precipitation chance averages 14% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in September for Cairns. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Cairns in September |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 20°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 22°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 17°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
19 mm | 44 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is September a good time to visit Cairns?
Want nice weather? Then September is a great time to be in Cairns. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Cairns in September
With 32°C, Cairns hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in September 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 9°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in September in Cairns
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in September in Cairns, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in September in Cairns
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in September for Cairns, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for September, you can expect around 4 days of rain in Cairns.
Daily UV Index in September in Cairns
This chart shows the average daily UV index in September in Cairns, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in September in Cairns Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in September in Cairns, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in September in Cairns Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in September in Cairns, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in September for Cairns
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Average Weather in Cairns by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cairns. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
