Beach Weather in Palm Cove, Queensland, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Palm Cove

Today the maximum temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will have 0.4mm of very light rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 52%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 40kmh 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 06:11 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 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.4mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.4mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.3mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 64%.

PALM COVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 14th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 21° 21° 24° 25° 24° 22° 20°
83% 62% 83% 50% 52% 71% 8% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sun 15th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 20° 19° 23° 25° 25° 22° 22°
86% 91% 82% 62% 74% 82% 53% 89%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Mon 16th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 23° 24° 23° 22° 21°
91% 72% 68% 97% 65% 73% 74% 93%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Tue 17th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 22° 23° 24° 22° 21°
53% 96% 100% 100% 81% 68% 78% 82%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Wed 18th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 23° 25° 24° 22° 21°
78% 96% 70% 57% 74% 62% 70% 63%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Thu 19th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 18° 20° 24° 26° 25° 22° 20°
86% 87% 64% 52% 22% 6% 12% 57%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Fri 20th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 21° 24° 26° 26° 23° 21°
67% 68% 74% 81% 33% 9% 37% 32%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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25°
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Sat 14th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
38
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
39
kmh
0.9m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
8.2s 8.3s 8.3s 8.2s 8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 7.9s
Sun 15th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
38
kmh
37
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
39
kmh
39
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.4m
7.9s 7.8s 7.8s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 7.6s
Mon 16th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
41
kmh
40
kmh
45
kmh
46
kmh
47
kmh
47
kmh
47
kmh
1.4m
1.5m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
1.6m
1.7m
1.7m
7.5s 7.5s 7.6s 7.9s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s
Tue 17th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
44
kmh
42
kmh
44
kmh
49
kmh
45
kmh
44
kmh
42
kmh
42
kmh
1.4m
1.6m
1.7m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
1.6m
1.6m
8.3s 8.5s 8.5s 8.8s 9.1s 9.2s 9.2s 9.1s
Wed 18th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
45
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
1.5m
1.5m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
8.9s 8.8s 8.8s 8.7s 8.7s 8.6s 8.6s 8.5s
Thu 19th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
31
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
27
kmh
25
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
8.5s 8.3s 8.1s 8.0s 8.0s 8.1s 8.0s 8.0s
Fri 20th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
8.0s 8.0s 7.9s 8.0s 7.9s 7.8s 7.7s 7.6s
Sat 14th September
1:05 AM 6:30 AM 12:21 PM 7:02 PM
1.00 1.90 0.70 2.80
Sun 15th September
1:23 AM 6:58 AM 12:54 PM 7:29 PM
0.90 2.10 0.50 3.00
Mon 16th September
1:47 AM 7:29 AM 1:30 PM 8:00 PM
0.70 2.40 0.30 3.10
Tue 17th September
2:15 AM 8:05 AM 2:08 PM 8:32 PM
0.60 2.60 0.30 3.10
Wed 18th September
2:46 AM 8:43 AM 2:48 PM 9:07 PM
0.50 2.70 0.40 3.00
Thu 19th September
3:20 AM 9:24 AM 3:30 PM 9:43 PM
0.50 2.70 0.60 2.80
Fri 20th September
3:56 AM 10:10 AM 4:16 PM 10:20 PM
0.60 2.60 0.80 2.50
Sat 14th September
25°
0.4mm
26kmh SE
52%
Sun 15th September
25°
0.3mm
22kmh SE
77%
Mon 16th September
24°
0.8mm
28kmh SE
79%
Tue 17th September
24°
1.1mm
30kmh SE
82%
Wed 18th September
25°
0.7mm
24kmh ESE
71%
Thu 19th September
26°
0.0mm
15kmh ESE
48%
Fri 20th September
26°
0.0mm
11kmh ENE
50%
Sat 21st September
27°
0.0mm
11kmh E
17%
Sun 22nd September
27°
0.0mm
12kmh E
5%
Mon 23rd September
27°
0.0mm
14kmh E
13%
Tue 24th September
26°
0.0mm
14kmh E
57%
Wed 25th September
27°
0.0mm
15kmh E
43%
Thu 26th September
27°
0.0mm
16kmh ESE
38%
Fri 27th September
27°
0.0mm
19kmh ESE
77%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 26° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 5 days of very light rain with an average of 0.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 51%.

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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