Brisbane, Australia Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Brisbane
Located in Australia, Brisbane experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 85°F (29°C) in January and dip to about 69°F (21°C) in July, with around 42.4 inches (1076 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: January - highs near 85°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: July - highs near 69°F (21°C)
- Record high: 107°F (41°C) · Record low: 41°F (5°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: February (13 rainy days) · Sunniest: December (11.7 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on January. Highs average 85°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 70°F (21°C). The coolest month is July, with typical highs of 69°F (21°C) and lows around 51°F (10°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 107°F (41°C) and dropped as low as 41°F (5°C).
Rain, sun and snow
February is usually the wettest month. It brings about 7.0 inches (177 mm) of rain over 13 days, while August is the driest. December brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.7 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° | 70° | 16 | 5.2 in | 11.4 h/day | 77% |
| February | 84° | 69° | 13 | 7.0 in | 10.3 h/day | 77% |
| March | 83° | 68° | 16 | 5.8 in | 10.0 h/day | 80% |
| April | 78° | 62° | 8 | 2.3 in | 10.2 h/day | 76% |
| May | 74° | 57° | 7 | 2.8 in | 9.2 h/day | 75% |
| June | 70° | 52° | 6 | 1.7 in | 9.0 h/day | 74% |
| July | 69° | 51° | 6 | 1.5 in | 8.9 h/day | 72% |
| August | 73° | 52° | 5 | 1.2 in | 10.0 h/day | 69% |
| September | 76° | 56° | 7 | 1.9 in | 10.7 h/day | 70% |
| October | 79° | 60° | 10 | 4.4 in | 10.7 h/day | 74% |
| November | 82° | 64° | 11 | 4.0 in | 11.4 h/day | 71% |
| December | 84° | 68° | 12 | 4.6 in | 11.7 h/day | 74% |
Brisbane month by month
Brisbane weather in January
January brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 16 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Brisbane.
Brisbane weather in February
February brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 13 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Brisbane.
Brisbane weather in March
March brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 16 wet days.
Brisbane weather in April
April brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 62°F (16°C), about 8 wet days.
Brisbane weather in May
May brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 7 wet days.
Brisbane weather in June
June brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 52°F (11°C), about 6 wet days.
Brisbane weather in July
July brings highs around 69°F (21°C), lows near 51°F (10°C), about 6 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Brisbane.
Brisbane weather in August
August brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 52°F (11°C), about 5 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Brisbane.
Brisbane weather in September
September brings highs around 76°F (25°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 7 wet days.
Brisbane weather in October
October brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 10 wet days.
Brisbane weather in November
November brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 11 wet days.
Brisbane weather in December
December brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 12 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Brisbane.
Seasons in Brisbane
Spring (September through November)
Spring in Brisbane brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 79°F (26°C) and nights around 60°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.
Summer (December through February)
Summer in Brisbane brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 69°F (20°C); expect showers on roughly 41 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Fall (March through May)
Fall in Brisbane is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 78°F (26°C) and nights around 62°F (17°C); expect showers on roughly 31 days across the season.
Winter (June through August)
Winter in Brisbane brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 71°F (21°C) and nights around 51°F (11°C); rain falls on about 17 days over the three months.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Brisbane
The best time to visit Brisbane is generally May to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 72°F (22°C).
Pack for Brisbane with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - January nights average 70°F (21°C).
Brisbane temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.