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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Australian News Desk Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

🌤️21°C
Mainly clearInnisfailFeels like 21° · Wind 10 km/h · Humidity 64%
UV 5 ModerateSunrise 06:46Sunset 17:58
Today23°12°💧2%
Sun☀️23°11°💧0%
Mon🌦️24°10°💧47%
Tue🌦️22°17°💧71%
Wed🌦️23°18°💧73%
Thu🌦️24°17°💧35%
Fri🌦️23°18°💧36%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Innisfail’s weather is tropical and wet year‑round, with the heaviest rain from December to April. The live forecast above shows today’s conditions – expect high humidity and frequent showers, typical for this part of far north Queensland.

What drives Innisfail’s weather?

Innisfail sits in the wet tropics, influenced by the monsoon and trade winds. Summer (December–February) brings daily storms, while winter (June–August) is milder and drier. The innisfail weather radar from the Bureau of Meteorology is your best tool for tracking rain cells in real time. For planning ahead, check innisfail weather tomorrow and the bom radar innisfail 7 days outlook – the region is known for sudden tropical downpours.

When is Innisfail at its driest?

June through September offer the most comfortable conditions: lower humidity, clear skies and daytime highs around 24°C. If you’re after longer‑range planning, the innisfail weather 14 days forecast helps identify dry spells. For detailed planning, innisfail weather hourly data shows when showers will hit.

LocationFar north Queensland, 90 km south of Cairns
Annual rainfallApprox. 3,500 mm (one of Australia’s wettest towns)
Wet seasonNovember–April: heavy rain, high humidity, possible cyclones
Dry seasonMay–October: warm, lower humidity, minimal rain
Is it safe to travel to Innisfail during cyclone season?

Cyclone season runs November to April. While the town is well‑prepared, always check severe weather warnings and the live forecast above before travel – and avoid flood‑prone roads during heavy rain.

Do I need an umbrella every day in Innisfail?

Pretty much. Even in the dry season, a brief shower is common. In the wet season, a good raincoat and waterproof shoes are essential – sudden tropical storms can drop 50 mm in an hour.

Where can I see the latest Innisfail weather radar?

The BOM’s Innisfail radar gives live images. You can also view it on our Australia weather hub for a wider view of north Queensland’s conditions.