Cooktown 2024 Climate Summary
The climate of Cooktown reveals interesting patterns when examined month by month. From temperature swings to rainfall distribution, each season brings its own character.
The temperature profile shows a range from 20.2°C lows in the coldest months to 31.7°C highs in summer, creating a seasonal temperature swing of 5.1°C.
Rainfall patterns show Mar as the wettest month with 510mm, while Oct receives just 15mm. Annual rainfall totals 1602mm, spread across an average of 182 rain days.
Cooktown runs 1.5°C warmer than the Queensland average. The 1602mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Cooktown. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Cooktown's climate offers distinct seasonal advantages throughout the year.
Note on methodology: this page summarises 2024 observations only. Long-record climate trend analysis drawn from ACORN-SAT (1910 to present) is in development. For context on multi-decade change, see the BOM State of the Climate report.
Temperature Profile
Monthly maximum and minimum temperature ranges showing seasonal variation in Cooktown's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Cooktown reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 28.6°C, while the average minimum is 23.4°C. This 5.2°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Cooktown showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 1602mm, distributed across the calendar year. The distribution pattern shows distinct wet and dry periods that influence local climate conditions.
Climate Summary Table
Complete monthly climate averages including temperature, precipitation, solar radiation, and humidity data.
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.2 | 25.4 | 413 | 22 | 20.2 | 67% |
| February | 30.4 | 24.8 | 205 | 26 | 21.0 | 71% |
| March | 29.1 | 24.8 | 510 | 29 | 16.8 | 73% |
| April | 28.6 | 24.6 | 98 | 18 | 18.0 | 66% |
| May | 26.9 | 23.5 | 46 | 21 | 15.4 | 65% |
| June | 26.3 | 20.6 | 16 | 8 | 16.3 | 59% |
| July | 25.5 | 20.2 | 25 | 8 | 16.0 | 57% |
| August | 26.3 | 20.8 | 21 | 10 | 18.8 | 57% |
| September | 27.6 | 22.5 | 25 | 9 | 20.9 | 54% |
| October | 29.1 | 24.1 | 15 | 4 | 24.3 | 53% |
| November | 30.2 | 24.9 | 24 | 8 | 24.6 | 55% |
| December | 31.7 | 24.7 | 203 | 19 | 23.1 | 60% |