Cairns Travel Forum

Would it be too cold to go snorkeling? What's the average temperature?

This site may help, it depends on what you consider too cold.

Winter: June - August

Average temperature 18-26°C. Generally sunny and dry - a haven from the colder climates to the south. Casual clothing is recommended for most of the year although a jacket will come in handy on cooler winter nights. Usually ideal conditions for enjoying what the tropical north has to offer. The water is probably warmer.

Check out this site too. http://www.cairns-australia.com/101933.php

I've been in the water in June and it's not too bad - especially if you are coming from down south or colder climes.

Many people around Perth swim all year round, and the sea and air temp will be much warmer in Cairns. It depends what you consider to be an adequate temperature.

June is a great month to come to Cairns and snorkle, weather is usually perfect.
The water will be warm:)Even though you are a *country chic* from Mount Isa, you will still feel warm over this way.:)

Do what I do, psych yourself up saying it's invigorating and refreshing and that it's going to feel great. It works, for a while.