What the mapping shows for Woree

  • Part of Woree is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.

    25.2% of Woree is mapped as part of the Queensland coastal management district (coastal management district declared under the Coastal Management Act 2016)

Queensland Coastal Management District, State of Queensland (Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation), Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-23

This is a share of the suburb's land area from a published state dataset, not an assessment of any property. A ClimateNest report scores the individual address across eight hazards, with insurance and value projections to 2050.

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Heat Risk in Woree, QLD: 2026 Assessment

Woree, Queensland· UNKNOWN
Woree experiences a high heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves. This poses a significant threat to vulnerable populations.Updated 12 Mar 2026

25.2% of Woree is mapped as part of the Queensland coastal management district (coastal management district declared under the Coastal Management Act 2016)

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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
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30-120%
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Heat Risk Score

Not assessed

Woree experiences a high heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves. This poses a significant threat to vulnerable populations.

Key Facts

Heat Risk
Woree experiences a high heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves. This poses a significant threat to vulnerable populations.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Woree, QLD
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
4868

Heat Risk Analysis

Woree in Queensland faces location-specific extreme heat risk. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) reports that Australia's average temperature has increased by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with the frequency of extreme heat days rising across most regions.

The urban heat island (UHI) effect can make built-up areas of Woree warmer than surrounding rural areas, particularly on summer nights. Dark roof materials, limited tree canopy cover, and heat-absorbing surfaces contribute to localised heat stress that varies by property.

Woree experiences high average maximum temperatures in January, with several heat stress events per year. These events can put a strain on infrastructure and public health services.

Get an address-level heat risk assessment from ClimateNest for Woree including cooling cost estimates, heatwave vulnerability scoring, and adaptation recommendations tailored to your property.

ClimateNest assesses hazards at the address rather than the suburb, because exposure varies street by street within Woree. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.

Local Hazard Evidence

Avg January Max Temp31.5 °C
Heat Stress Events/Year5
Urban Heat ContextWoree experiences high average maximum temperatures in January, with several heat stress events per year. These events can put a strain on infrastructure and public health services.

Historical Events

2018
Moderate

A prolonged heatwave affected Woree, with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius for several consecutive days.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Protection Infrastructure

Near-term

Invest in drainage upgrades, levees, and other infrastructure to reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: High

Implement Heatwave Early Warning System

Immediate

Develop a system to alert residents of impending heatwaves and provide guidance on how to stay safe.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents and businesses to conserve water to reduce the strain on water resources during droughts.

Est. cost: Low

Enhance Coastal Management

Near-term

Implement strategies to protect coastal areas from erosion and inundation, such as beach nourishment and dune restoration.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Cairns Regional Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 12 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hot does Woree get in summer?

Woree in Queensland experiences summer temperatures consistent with the regional climate. BOM publishes historical temperature data for weather stations near Woree. Get a property-specific heat exposure assessment with projected cooling costs from ClimateNest.

Is extreme heat increasing in Woree?

Australia-wide, extreme heat events have become more frequent since the mid-20th century, and this trend is consistent with CSIRO climate projections for Queensland. Continued warming is likely through 2050 under all emissions scenarios.

How does heat affect energy costs for Woree properties?

Higher temperatures increase cooling demand, which raises electricity costs. ClimateNest provides energy cost projections based on your property's specific exposure to extreme heat days in Woree and the performance of your building envelope.

What heat mitigation measures work best in Woree?

Effective heat mitigation includes light-coloured roofing (cool roofs), ceiling and wall insulation, double-glazed windows, external shading, cross-ventilation design, and increasing tree canopy around the property. These measures reduce indoor temperatures and cooling costs.

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What A$49 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

Full report from A$49 · Australian addresses only · 8 hazard scores · Insurance trajectory · 2030 & 2050 projections