Beach Weather in Palm Cove, Queensland, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Palm Cove

Today the maximum temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 15%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 35kmh from the South East. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Palm Cove faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:07 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Palm Cove

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.2mm of rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 36%.

PALM COVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 21° 23° 23° 20° 17°
5% 8% 3% 21% 4% 23% 5% 56%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 21° 24° 23° 20° 18°
31% 33% 56% 87% 86% 51% 87% 28%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 21° 23° 23° 20° 18°
80% 85% 81% 72% 74% 89% 75% 55%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 21° 24° 23° 21° 18°
62% 53% 40% 84% 70% 11% 12% 38%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 18° 21° 22° 22° 20° 18°
43% 44% 57% 58% 75% 84% 82% 61%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 21° 24° 24° 21° 18°
48% 63% 77% 73% 73% 29% 8% 54%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Fri 21st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 17° 21° 24° 24° 20° 18°
79% 67% 79% 88% 89% 40% 11% 26%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
34
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
35
kmh
30
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.1m
1.0m
6.9s 6.9s 7.0s 7.0s 7.0s 7.1s 7.1s 7.1s
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
30
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
36
kmh
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.3s 7.3s 7.3s 7.4s 7.6s
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
40
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
35
kmh
37
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
7.8s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 7.6s 7.7s 7.7s 7.8s
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
37
kmh
38
kmh
39
kmh
35
kmh
34
kmh
34
kmh
35
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
7.8s 7.8s 7.8s 7.8s 7.7s 7.8s 7.9s 7.9s
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
38
kmh
38
kmh
36
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
7.9s 8.0s 8.2s 8.4s 8.5s 8.5s 8.6s 8.7s
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
34
kmh
33
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
8.6s 8.6s 8.6s 8.6s 8.6s 8.5s 8.5s 8.5s
Fri 21st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
27
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
0.9m
8.6s 8.6s 8.7s 8.7s 8.7s 8.6s 8.6s 8.6s
Sat 15th August
4:26 AM 10:26 AM 4:18 PM 10:31 PM
0.29 1.89 0.53 2.14
Sun 16th August
5:02 AM 11:15 AM 5:02 PM 11:00 PM
0.42 1.77 0.85 1.82
Mon 17th August
5:41 AM 12:22 PM 6:02 PM 11:16 PM
0.57 1.62 1.18 1.50
Tue 18th August
6:30 AM 3:57 PM
0.74 1.58
Wed 19th August
8:01 AM 5:39 PM
0.86 1.81
Thu 20th August
1:24 AM 5:53 AM 10:41 AM 6:22 PM
0.94 1.07 0.84 2.00
Fri 21st August
1:34 AM 6:40 AM 11:37 AM 6:51 PM
0.77 1.15 0.74 2.14
Sat 15th August
24°
0.0mm
18kmh ESE
15%
Sun 16th August
24°
0.2mm
20kmh ESE
57%
Mon 17th August
23°
0.4mm
21kmh SE
76%
Tue 18th August
24°
0.1mm
24kmh SE
46%
Wed 19th August
23°
0.4mm
23kmh SE
63%
Thu 20th August
24°
0.0mm
19kmh ESE
53%
Fri 21st August
24°
0.0mm
18kmh ESE
59%
Sat 22nd August
24°
0.0mm
12kmh E
29%
Sun 23rd August
25°
0.0mm
10kmh E
24%
Mon 24th August
25°
0.0mm
12kmh E
19%
Tue 25th August
25°
0.2mm
19kmh ESE
67%
Wed 26th August
24°
0.0mm
20kmh ESE
17%
Thu 27th August
25°
0.0mm
17kmh ESE
12%
Fri 28th August
25°
0.0mm
13kmh ESE
0%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 22° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 5 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 38%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Palm Cove don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Palm Cove, Queensland, Australia

Palm Cove is a picturesque coastal village in Queensland, Australia, that boasts a stunning beach perfect for a relaxing holiday. Located just north of Cairns, Palm Cove offers visitors the chance to unwind on its beautiful shores while enjoying various beach activities and world-class accommodations.

Beach Type

Palm Cove Beach is known for its soft golden-yellow sand and calm azure waters. The beach is lined with palm trees, providing a tropical paradise atmosphere. While the shoreline does not have rocks or reefs directly at the beach, it's just a short boat trip away from the Great Barrier Reef - one of the best locations for snorkeling and diving in the world.

Beach Activities

There are numerous activities to enjoy at Palm Cove Beach. Some of the most popular include:

  1. Swimming: Thanks to its calm waters and patrolled areas, Palm Cove is an excellent spot for swimming.
  2. Sunbathing: With its pristine sands and warm temperatures, catching some rays on this beautiful beach is a must.
  3. Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP): The calm waters make SUP an enjoyable activity for beginners and experienced paddlers alike.
  4. Kayaking: Explore nearby Double Island by kayak or join a guided tour to discover hidden coves and beaches.
  5. Fishing: Try your luck fishing off the Palm Cove jetty or join a chartered fishing trip out to the reef.
  6. Snorkeling and Diving: As mentioned earlier, Palm Cove is situated near the Great Barrier Reef making it an ideal base for snorkeling and diving excursions.

Accommodations

There are several luxurious resorts and hotels located along Palm Cove Beach that cater to all types of travelers:

  1. Peppers Beach Club & Spa: This 5-star resort offers guests lagoon-style pools, elegant restaurants, and an award-winning spa.
  2. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa: This upscale resort features spacious rooms, a golf course, and beachfront dining options.
  3. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore: This boutique resort offers apartment-style accommodations with stunning views of the Coral Sea.

Areas to Stay In

The best area to stay in Palm Cove is along Williams Esplanade, which runs parallel to the beach. This area is home to numerous resorts, hotels, cafes, and restaurants. Staying here will provide you with easy access to both the beach and local attractions.

Beach Amenities

Palm Cove Beach has a variety of amenities for visitors to enjoy:

  1. Lifeguard-patrolled swimming areas
  2. Public restrooms and showers
  3. Picnic tables and BBQ facilities
  4. Children's playground
  5. Beachfront cafes and restaurants
  6. Accessible pathways for wheelchairs and strollers

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