Beach Weather in Palm Cove, Queensland, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Palm Cove

Today the maximum temperature will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 28° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 2.7mm of light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 63%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 27kmh from the North. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Palm Cove faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:48 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 57% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

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 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 30° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.8mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 1.4mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 64%.

PALM COVE - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 25° 25° 28° 30° 30° 28° 27°
64% 42% 64% 79% 26% 85% 57% 87%
0.5mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 0.5mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Thu 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 28° 30° 29° 28° 27°
88% 88% 84% 53% 51% 84% 68% 62%
0.9mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.1mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Fri 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 28° 30° 29° 26° 24°
54% 65% 52% 56% 64% 69% 55% 90%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 2.0mm 0.6mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Sat 21st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 24° 25° 27° 26° 25°
98% 62% 80% 90% 39% 84% 100% 76%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.6mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.4mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sun 22nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 24° 26° 26° 26° 27° 25°
60% 68% 48% 82% 51% 37% 29% 35%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Mon 23rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 27° 28° 28° 27° 26°
62% 58% 31% 66% 76% 63% 58% 67%
0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.8mm 0.4mm 0.3mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Tue 24th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 24° 26° 28° 28° 27° 26°
82% 84% 78% 64% 59% 69% 81% 95%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.2mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Wed 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
4
kmh
11
kmh
16
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
5.8s 6.0s 5.9s 8.1s 8.5s 8.7s 8.8s 8.9s
Thu 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
27
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
9.0s 8.9s 8.8s 8.6s 8.4s 8.3s 8.2s 8.0s
Fri 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
2
kmh
8
kmh
16
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
7.9s 7.9s 7.9s 7.8s 7.7s 3.8s 7.4s 7.3s
Sat 21st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
6
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
7.2s 7.1s 7.0s 6.9s 6.8s 5.5s 5.3s 5.1s
Sun 22nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
2
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
4.9s 7.7s 7.4s 7.3s 7.2s 7.0s 6.9s 6.8s
Mon 23rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
0.5m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
7.5s 7.6s 7.3s 7.2s 7.2s 6.0s 5.3s 5.2s
Tue 24th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
1.3m
1.2m
1.6m
1.1m
1.3m
1.5m
1.4m
1.4m
5.0s 4.9s 4.9s 4.7s 4.8s 4.9s 4.9s 4.9s
Wed 18th February
3:43 PM 9:24 PM
0.84 2.28
Thu 19th February
3:31 AM 9:59 AM 4:14 PM 10:01 PM
0.47 2.73 0.83 2.25
Fri 20th February
4:06 AM 10:29 AM 4:48 PM 10:44 PM
0.64 2.60 0.86 2.17
Sat 21st February
4:44 AM 11:00 AM 5:28 PM 11:39 PM
0.89 2.39 0.91 2.06
Sun 22nd February
5:32 AM 11:34 AM 6:20 PM
1.19 2.14 1.00
Mon 23rd February
1:14 AM 7:00 AM 12:25 PM 7:49 PM
1.97 1.48 1.88 1.06
Tue 24th February
3:52 AM 10:31 AM 2:54 PM 9:50 PM
2.08 1.51 1.70 0.98
Wed 18th February
30°
2.7mm
13kmh NNW
63%
Thu 19th February
30°
2.0mm
10kmh N
72%
Fri 20th February
30°
3.3mm
8kmh NNE
63%
Sat 21st February
27°
1.4mm
3kmh SSE
78%
Sun 22nd February
27°
0.1mm
2kmh WNW
51%
Mon 23rd February
29°
2.3mm
7kmh E
60%
Tue 24th February
28°
1.7mm
17kmh SE
76%
Wed 25th February
27°
4.3mm
15kmh ESE
84%
Thu 26th February
28°
2.2mm
16kmh SE
83%
Fri 27th February
29°
1.4mm
15kmh ESE
74%
Sat 28th February
29°
0.9mm
11kmh E
62%
Sun 1st March
28°
0.9mm
8kmh E
67%
Mon 2nd March
26°
3.7mm
5kmh E
73%
Tue 3rd March
28°
1.5mm
10kmh E
69%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 29° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. There will be 14 days of light rain with an average of 2.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 70%.

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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