Brisbane Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Brisbane weather conditions are good for most of the year. Although from June to August it tends to get a bit cooler at night and during the early hours of the morning. Brisbane also lies in the Tropical Cyclone risk area. Luckily cyclones hitting Brisbane are rare, but they have happened in the past.
Monthly Temperature in Brisbane
In Brisbane, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in January to a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in January to 11°C (52°F) in July.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Brisbane
On average, Brisbane receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 979 mm (39 in). The seasons in Brisbane bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives high rainfall, with an average of 152 mm (6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 34 mm (1.3 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Brisbane Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Brisbane
Brisbane enjoys sunny spells year-round. November sees up to 9.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. May, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Brisbane
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 19°C (66°F) in August to 25°C (77°F) in January.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Brisbane by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Brisbane.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 59%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Brisbane
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) to 4 m/s (8 knots). It is lower in June and higher in February and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Brisbane 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
