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Local Advice & Weather
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Cairns temperatures are fairly
stable. During our beautiful mild winters that start around May
and last until mid October, the temperature hovers around 26ºC
during the day, falling to 14º at night along the Coast and
4º at higher altitudes on the Tablelands. |
Its Paradise! Imagine blue tropical sunny skies and aquamarine waters splashing over sandy cays. There is virtually no humidity and a warm gentle sea breeze to keep you feeling fresh. The Ocean temperatures pretty well mirror those of our swimming pool, between 22- 28 ºC, so you can swim all year around. The days are 12 hours long, with sunrise at 6am and sunset at 6pm. |
During our summer months from November until April, the days lengthen so that the sun rises at 5am and sets at latest round 7pm. During summer the humidity rises sharply to 85% and although the ambient temperature is still only about 30 - 32 ºC , the weather feels sticky. You will definitely need one of our air-conditioned cars during the summer ! |
| Most resort pools have good temperature control using
a shade cloth. Check to see if your accommodation has air-conditioned bedrooms. You don't need it during the day, but it helps to turn on the air-con for a couple of hours at night to help you sleep. |
| Remember to drink plenty of water no matter what time of the year you come as dehydration is what knocks most people out. It's important not to wait until you feel thirsty because by then its too late! Force yourself (and especially any kids you have with you) to drink at least 3 litres per day. The signs of dehydration can include nausea, headache, dizziness, for more info read these details. |
| You must know that Australia
boasts the 7 deadliest spiders, worst jellyfish and most ferocious
crocodiles in the world! Yeah sure we have all seen Steve Irwin on TV. Well, millions of people live here and do just fine! Just remember to bring your common sense along with you on holiday. |
| Swim in the local stinger net during
"Stinger season" which is normally November- May. Stingers
breed upstream in the freshwater creeks and get washed down during
the rainy season. So if it has not rained much yet, there probably
aren't any, but its better safe than sorry. The golden rule is "
if you see the stinger nets up -swim in them"
Do not swim in any creeks or estuaries with Crocodile warning signs - especially at night! Apply mosquito repellant regularly especially at dawn and dusk when the little !*&5# buggers are at their most active. If in doubt, ask a local - at least they don't bite! |
Clothing required in Cairns can be described in two words. NOT MUCH. Not because we are all skin deviants, its just that it never really gets cold enough for warm clothes, unless of course you are from a hotter climate than ours. Shorts, T shirts, thongs & sandals along with a good hat should be on hand are our local dress. |
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