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Today weather in Cairns
Wednesday, 28th January 2026
29°
Heavy rain
Cairns will have a warm day Today with temperatures ascending to 28 °C and descending to around 21 °C after sunset. Gentle breezes are expected across Cairns Today, with speeds reaching around 15 km/h. Torrential rain is predicted with a total of over 20.12 mm. Stay safe! Given the warmth, it might feel a bit stifling.
29° / 21°
Temp
99%
Rain
15 km/h
Wind
83%
Humidity
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Cairns hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 22.6° | 22.9° | 22° | 21.5° | 21.6° | 21.4° | 21.1° | Sunrise | 21° | 27.2° | 22° | 23.6° | 27.5° | 28.6° | 28.6° | 28.5° | 28° | 27.7° | 27.4° | 26.7° | Sunset | 24.5° | 23.9° | 23.7° | 23.6° | 24.1° | |
| feels like | 25.1° | 25.3° | 22° | 21.5° | 21.6° | 21.4° | 21.2° | 21° | 24.2° | 22° | 25.6° | 29.4° | 30.5° | 30.9° | 31.2° | 30.9° | 30.9° | 30.5° | 29.9° | 26.9° | 26.2° | 26° | 25.9° | 26.5° | |||
| wind speed | 16 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 13 km/h | 11 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 3 km/h | 2 km/h | 6 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 164° | 169° | 170° | 162° | 155° | 171° | 203° | 234° | 243° | 241° | 227° | 84° | 60° | 68° | 83° | 89° | 95° | 111° | 121° | 135° | 135° | 141° | 146° | 145° | |||
| wind direction | SSE | S | S | SSE | SSE | S | SSW | SW | WSW | WSW | SW | E | ENE | ENE | E | E | E | ESE | ESE | SE | SE | SE | SSE | SE | |||
| Precipitation | 12.1 mm | 3.3 mm | 1.9 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.9 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 64% | 82% | 100% | 70% | 65% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 72% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 96% | 95% | 95% | 94% | 93% | 94% | 91% | 89% | 89% | 84% | 81% | 63% | 59% | 62% | 65% | 70% | 74% | 76% | 82% | 89% | 90% | 90% | 91% | 90% | |||
| dew point | 22° | 22° | 21.1° | 20.6° | 20.5° | 20.4° | 19.7° | 19.1° | 18.9° | 19.3° | 20.1° | 19.8° | 19.8° | 20.6° | 21.4° | 22° | 22.6° | 22.8° | 23.3° | 22.5° | 22.1° | 22° | 22° | 22.4° | |||
| visibility | 5 km | 7 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 5 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 100% | 86% | 63% | 73% | 71% | 100% | 0% | 71% | 45% | 25% | 19% | 54% | 85% | 80% | 81% | 74% | 75% | 89% | 85% | 77% | 73% | 84% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 1.2 | 2.2 | 9 | 12.9 | 12.4 | 9.8 | 6 | 3.6 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Cairns today
The temperature today in Cairns is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 29 °C, closely aligning with the historical average for 28th of January.
temperatures
29 °C
rain
20.1 mm
wind
15 km/h
UV
Low
Cairns daylight overview ☀️
Today in Cairns, The sun rises at 06:03 and sets at 18:56, giving a total daylight duration of 12 hours and 53 minutes.
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The weather today in Cairns - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Cairns?
The maximum temperature for today in Cairns is expected to be 29° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Cairns? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 99% chance of rain in Cairns today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Cairns? 🌀
The wind in Cairns is expected to blow at 15 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Cairns today?
Given the forecast of 29 °C with a 99% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Cairns today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Cairns today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:03 and set at 18:56 in Cairns.
How accurate is the weather forecast Cairns today? ✅
Cairns weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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