Best Time To Visit Port Douglas > Weather And Festivals

What is the best time to visit Port Douglas?

June to August is the best time to visit Port Douglas as the pleasant climate is perfect to enjoy the coastal beauty and explore the Great Barrier Reef. The town tends to be crowded during this time, as it is the time of school holidays in Australia, with families from all over the country visiting.

Due to its tropical climate, Port Douglas can be visited all year round, with each season presenting its own benefits. The Autumn season falling between March and May is perfect for budget travellers, as this is off-peak season in the town. It is also the best time to visit the nearby Daintree Rainforest. However this time period sees a lot of rainfall as well. December to February is a great time to enjoy both the Great Barrier Reef owing to the sunshine of the Summer season. The Daintree Rainforest is also full of life during this period as the flora is in bloom from the end of the Spring season. This time period is thus called the Green Season of Port Douglas.