City in Queensland, Australia
Brisbane weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Brisbane
Apr–Sep is dry and sunny, 10–25°C. Dec–Mar is hot, humid and storm-prone; cyclone remnants and floods are possible. Peak holidays are Dec–Jan.
Brisbane weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°140 mm
- Feb28°156 mm
- Mar27°136 mm
- Apr25°83 mm
- May23°73 mm
- Jun20°88 mm
- Jul20°38 mm
- Aug21°45 mm
- Sep24°38 mm
- Oct26°81 mm
- Nov27°92 mm
- Dec28°130 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C84°F | 22°C72°F | 140 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| February | 28°C83°F | 22°C72°F | 156 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| March | 27°C81°F | 21°C70°F | 136 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C78°F | 19°C66°F | 83 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C73°F | 16°C60°F | 73 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 20°C69°F | 14°C57°F | 88 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| July | 20°C68°F | 12°C54°F | 38 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C71°F | 13°C55°F | 45 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C75°F | 15°C59°F | 38 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C78°F | 17°C63°F | 81 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| November | 27°C81°F | 20°C67°F | 92 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| December | 28°C83°F | 21°C70°F | 130 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Brisbane?
Apr–Sep. Apr–Sep is dry and sunny, 10–25°C. Dec–Mar is hot, humid and storm-prone; cyclone remnants and floods are possible. Peak holidays are Dec–Jan.
When is the rainy season in Brisbane?
Rain peaks in February with about 156 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Feb.
What is the hottest month in Brisbane?
January, with average highs of 29°C (84°F).
How cold does Brisbane get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 12°C (54°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.