Cairns City, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Cairns City is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,616. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Cairns City
Cairns City, also called Cairns CBD, is a coastal suburb comprising the central business district (CBD) of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Cairns City had a population of 3,616 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,616 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.9207°, 145.7736° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.8 inches (2,358 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cairns City
Cairns City is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,616. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.1°F |
| 39% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 304.7 sq mi (789.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9207°S, 145.7736°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 15.4 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 20.5 in | Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 18.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | Warmest |
Cairns City has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in June to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 92.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (20.5") and July the driest (1.3").
Schools in Cairns City
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns State High School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Monicas College | - | - | - | - |
| Yarrabah State School Primary Campus | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cairns City
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC 801kHz AM Cairns QLD Far North Queensland Local Radio 20220701 | community, contemporary | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE | cairns, talk | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Cairns City
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns Art Gallery | ||||
| Cairns Museum | ||||
| The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum |
Libraries in Cairns City
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Earlville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edmonton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordonvale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| James Cook University library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kuranda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Manunda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Smithfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stratford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yarrabah Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cairns City
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuranda Heritage Market | |||||
| Kuranda Markets | |||||
| Rusty's Markets |
Hotels in Cairns City
33 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cairns City
70 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cairns City
37 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Cairns City
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Cairns City
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cairns City
9 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cairns City
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cairns City
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cairns City
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cairns City
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cairns City
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cairns City
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cairns City
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns Cruise Line Terminal | ||||
| FNQ Homebrew |
Stadiums & Teams in Cairns City
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cairns City
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cairns International Airport | CNS | Large Airport |
| Mareeba Airport | MRG | Medium Airport |
| Atherton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dimbulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herberton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Innisfail Airport | IFL | Small Airport |
| Koah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mont Albion Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yalkulka Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cairns City
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cairns Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Cairns City
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Lives Lived Well | ||
| Spinal Life Healthy Living Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cairns City
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cairns Presbyterian Church | |
| St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church |
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Waterfalls Near Cairns City
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Cairns City.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bessie Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cairns City?
Cairns City has a population of 3,616 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 304.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cairns City?
Cairns City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 92.8 inches.
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