If you want to avoid the wet, be sure to travel during the dry season from April to November: the town is sleepier during November to March; the weather is balmy enough to enjoy a swim in the pool; and the sun still makes an appearance in between downpours.

The best months to visit Palm Cove, Australia, are during the "Dry Season," which runs from May to October. During this period, the weather is nearly perfect, with daily temperatures averaging a comfortable 26°C (79°F) and low humidity. Crucially, this is also "Stinger Free" season; from November to May, the waters of Tropical North Queensland are home to dangerous Box Jellyfish and Irukandji, making ocean swimming restricted to netted enclosures. July and August are particularly popular as they offer a sunny escape from the winter in the southern states of Australia. If you want to avoid the peak crowds and high prices of the Australian winter school holidays, September and October are considered the "sweet spot"—the water is warming up, the trade winds have died down, and the Great Barrier Reef visibility is at its absolute best. Avoid January and February if possible, as this is the height of the "Wet Season," characterized by monsoonal rains, high humidity, and the potential for tropical cyclones which can disrupt travel plans.