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Cape Tribulation Beach

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Cape Tribulation Beach is at Cape Tribulation, QLD, Australia in Cairns & Tropical North, Australia.

Cape Tribulation Beach at Cape Tribulation, QLD, Australia. Iconic destination beach known worldwide. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

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At a glance

Water temperature

24 °C

Sea state

Rough

Waves

1.28 m

Shoreline

site.features.sand

Region

Cairns & Tropical North

Country

Australia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Cape Tribulation Beach?

Cape Tribulation, QLD, Australia

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Cairns & Tropical North, Australia

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

18/09

24°

19°

Wind 30 km/h

UV index 9

19/09

23°

19°

Wind 26 km/h

UV index 9

20/09

23°

18°

Wind 18 km/h

UV index 7

21/09

24°

18°

Wind 15 km/h

UV index 8

22/09

23°

19°

Wind 15 km/h

UV index 8

23/09

22°

19°

Wind 16 km/h

UV index 7

24/09

22°

19°

Wind 18 km/h

UV index 7

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan

29.9°

Feb

30.8°

Mar

29.3°

Apr

27.3°

May

25.6°

Jun

24.5°

Jul

23.2°

Aug

23°

Sep

24.8°

Oct

26.8°

Nov

29.2°

Dec

29.3°

Beaches nearby

Less than 30 minutes by car.

Myall Beach

Cape Tribulation, QLD, Australia