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Brisbane, Queensland Weather History

Queensland, Australia · 45 yrs data
📍 -27.4678°S, 153.0280°E
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
January
Avg 26.8°C
Min 20.0°C
Max 33.6°C
Coldest Month
❄️
July
Avg 15.4°C
Min 7.6°C
Max 23.1°C
Wettest Month
🌧️
February
158 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
September
39 mm
Most Humid
💧
March
75%
Least Humid
🌬️
September
68%
Highest Ever
🌡️
39.6°C
January 2014
Lowest Ever
🧊
5.2°C
June 1990

Brisbane Climate Overview

Brisbane has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in January and drop to their lowest in July, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

Humidity remains moderate throughout the year, especially in spring, creating warm and humid conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January33.6°C20.0°C26.8°C73%1333.76.65
February🌧️32.5°C20.0°C26.3°C74%1583.86.03
March31.3°C18.1°C24.7°C75%1413.65.18
April28.4°C14.8°C21.6°C74%1093.44.33
May25.8°C11.0°C18.4°C74%1083.23.47
June☀️23.3°C8.0°C15.7°C74%773.23.07
July☀️23.1°C7.6°C15.4°C72%553.23.41
August☀️25.0°C8.3°C16.7°C69%453.24.30
September☀️28.5°C10.7°C19.6°C68%393.35.37
October31.3°C13.5°C22.4°C69%803.66.05
November32.4°C15.8°C24.1°C70%1033.76.64
December33.6°C17.9°C25.8°C72%1323.76.77

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Brisbane Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Brisbane

July is Brisbane's coldest month, with average lows reaching 7.6°C.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 8.0°C23.8°C

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Brisbane

Summer temperatures in Brisbane peak in January, climbing to 33.6°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 19.3°C33.3°C

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Brisbane

Brisbane sees its highest rainfall in February, receiving approximately 158 mm of precipitation.
🌧️January to March (avg) · up to 158 mm

☔ Heavy Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Brisbane Monthly Temperature Guide

January is the hottest month in Brisbane, with average highs reaching 33.6°C, while July is the coldest with lows dropping to 7.6°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in January, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Brisbane

Brisbane receives its highest rainfall in February, while humidity peaks in spring.
🌧️ Wettest: February 158 mm☀️ Driest: September 39 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 75% in March · annual avg 72%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:21.4°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:1179 mm
Avg Humidity:72%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Brisbane's recorded history was 2024 (avg: 23.0°C), while the coldest was 1984 (avg: 20.0°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Brisbane's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

View Range:

Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Brisbane's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 39.6°C in January 2014, while the lowest dropped to 5.2°C in June 1990.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Brisbane shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
15.1°C22.1°C29.2°C123574%3.4 m/s
2024
15.6°C23.0°C30.4°C121874%3.4 m/s
2023 🔥
15.0°C22.9°C30.8°C71268%3.3 m/s
2022
13.6°C20.9°C28.2°C144175%3.5 m/s
2021
13.6°C21.0°C28.5°C112073%3.3 m/s
2020
14.6°C21.9°C29.2°C102872%3.4 m/s
2019
14.1°C22.3°C30.6°C55967%3.5 m/s
2018
14.5°C22.3°C30.0°C80569%3.5 m/s
2017
14.4°C22.1°C29.8°C95271%3.4 m/s
2016
14.6°C22.1°C29.6°C69769%3.4 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Brisbane?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), January is typically the hottest month in Brisbane, Queensland, with average high temperatures around 33.6°C.

What is the coldest month in Brisbane?

July is the coldest month in Brisbane, with average low temperatures around 7.6°C.

What is the rainiest month in Brisbane?

February receives the most rainfall with approximately 158 mm, while September is the driest with 39 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Brisbane?

The highest recorded temperature was 39.6°C in January 2014. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Brisbane?

The lowest recorded temperature was 5.2°C in June 1990.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Brisbane get?

Brisbane receives the most sunlight in December with an average solar radiation of 6.77 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Queensland.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45