Brisbane, Queensland Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Brisbane get?

Brisbane gets 981 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 123 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 84% of Australia.

February is the wettest month, with 148 mm. July is the driest, with 26 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to October 12, 2025.

Brisbane weather by month

Brisbane weather in January

In January, Brisbane averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 140 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The January record high is 40°C (2000) and the record low is 17°C (2001).

Brisbane weather in February

In February, Brisbane averages a high of 30°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 148 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The February record high is 42°C (2004) and the record low is 17°C (2004).

Brisbane weather in March

In March, Brisbane averages a high of 29°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 121 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The March record high is 38°C (2007) and the record low is 12°C (2008).

Brisbane weather in April

In April, Brisbane averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (2006) and the record low is 10°C (2008).

Brisbane weather in May

In May, Brisbane averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2003) and the record low is 5°C (2006). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Brisbane weather in June

In June, Brisbane averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The June record high is 29°C (2002) and the record low is 5°C (2025). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Brisbane weather in July

In July, Brisbane averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The July record high is 29°C (2016) and the record low is 3°C (2001). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Brisbane weather in August

In August, Brisbane averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2009) and the record low is 4°C (2012). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Brisbane weather in September

In September, Brisbane averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2017) and the record low is 7°C (2000). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Brisbane weather in October

In October, Brisbane averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The October record high is 39°C (2004) and the record low is 9°C (2012).

Brisbane weather in November

In November, Brisbane averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 39°C (2014) and the record low is 11°C (2006).

Brisbane weather in December

In December, Brisbane averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 129 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The December record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 14°C (2002).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Brisbane

August is the sunniest month in Brisbane, with sunshine about 68% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 41%. Over the year the sun shines about 53% of daylight hours. Brisbane is sunnier than 51% of Australia.

Humidity peaks in March at 78% and is lowest in September at 68%.

Brisbane has about 22 days a year above 32°C. Brisbane is cooler than 66% of Australia.

Brisbane weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Brisbane station is 42°C, on February 22, 2004. The coldest is 3°C, on July 12, 2014.

The wettest day on record brought 275 mm of rain, on March 10, 2025.

The best time to visit Brisbane

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Winter (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 16°C.

Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 17°C.

Brisbane climate questions

How much rain does Brisbane get?

Brisbane gets 981 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 123 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Brisbane?

February is the wettest month in Brisbane, with 148 mm. July is the driest, with 26 mm.

How many rainy days does Brisbane have a year?

Brisbane has about 123 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Brisbane?

January is the warmest month in Brisbane, with an average high of 31°C.

What is the coldest month in Brisbane?

July is the coldest month in Brisbane, with an average low of 11°C.

What is the record high temperature in Brisbane?

The record high at the Brisbane station is 42°C, set on February 22, 2004. The record low is 3°C, on July 12, 2014.

What is the sunniest month in Brisbane?

August is the sunniest month in Brisbane, with sunshine about 68% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Brisbane?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.