Toowoomba, Queensland Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Toowoomba, Queensland gets 699 mm of precipitation a year over about 106 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and July the coldest (average low 7°C).

Toowoomba climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Toowoomba, Queensland has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 17°C in July to 28°C in January. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Toowoomba get?

Toowoomba gets 699 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 106 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 74% of Australia.

February is the wettest month, with 105 mm. April is the driest, with 25 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to October 2, 2023.

Toowoomba weather by month

Toowoomba weather in January

In January, Toowoomba averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The January record high is 39°C (2014) and the record low is 13°C (2000).

Toowoomba weather in February

In February, Toowoomba averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 105 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The February record high is 41°C (2017) and the record low is 12°C (2005).

Toowoomba weather in March

In March, Toowoomba averages a high of 26°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The March record high is 36°C (2007) and the record low is 8°C (2026). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in April

In April, Toowoomba averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in May

In May, Toowoomba averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The May record high is 29°C (2007) and the record low is -1°C (2000). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in June

In June, Toowoomba averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The June record high is 28°C (2016) and the record low is -2°C (2001). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in July

In July, Toowoomba averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The July record high is 24°C (2016) and the record low is -2°C (2004). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in August

In August, Toowoomba averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The August record high is 32°C (2009) and the record low is -2°C (2003). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in September

In September, Toowoomba averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (2017) and the record low is 2°C (2011). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in October

In October, Toowoomba averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The October record high is 37°C (2014) and the record low is 3°C (2011). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in November

In November, Toowoomba averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 38°C (1996) and the record low is 6°C (2022). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Toowoomba weather in December

In December, Toowoomba averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The December record high is 38°C (2009) and the record low is 9°C (2004).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Toowoomba

August is the sunniest month in Toowoomba, with sunshine about 69% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 41%. Over the year the sun shines about 54% of daylight hours. Toowoomba is sunnier than 53% of Australia.

Humidity peaks in March at 74% and is lowest in September at 60%.

Toowoomba has about 16 days a year above 32°C. Toowoomba is cooler than 73% of Australia.

First and last freeze in Toowoomba

The first fall freeze in Toowoomba typically comes around July 17, and the last spring freeze around July 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 363 days.

Toowoomba weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Toowoomba station is 41°C, on February 12, 2017. The coldest is -2°C, on July 19, 2004.

The wettest day on record brought 166 mm of rain, on February 9, 1999.

33 all-time records have been set at the station since 1996.

The best time to visit Toowoomba

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 7°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 13°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January90 mm1170%41%39°13°
February105 mm1171%44%41°12°
March84 mm1074%45%36°
April25 mm869%56%32°
May35 mm972%56%29°-1°
June36 mm1069%64%28°-2°
July27 mm770%61%24°-2°
August29 mm664%69%32°-2°
September33 mm760%64%35°
October65 mm962%56%37°
November70 mm964%44%38°
December99 mm1067%44%38°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Toowoomba climate questions

How much rain does Toowoomba get?

Toowoomba gets 699 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 106 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Toowoomba?

February is the wettest month in Toowoomba, with 105 mm. April is the driest, with 25 mm.

How many rainy days does Toowoomba have a year?

Toowoomba has about 106 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Toowoomba?

January is the warmest month in Toowoomba, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Toowoomba?

July is the coldest month in Toowoomba, with an average low of 7°C.

What is the record high temperature in Toowoomba?

The record high at the Toowoomba station is 41°C, set on February 12, 2017. The record low is -2°C, on July 19, 2004.

What is the sunniest month in Toowoomba?

August is the sunniest month in Toowoomba, with sunshine about 69% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Toowoomba?

The first fall freeze in Toowoomba typically comes around July 17. The last spring freeze is around July 19.

What is the best time to visit Toowoomba?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station TOOWOOMBA AIRPORT (5 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station TOOWOOMBA AIRPORT.