Best Time to Visit Brisbane
The best months to visit Brisbane are Jun, Jul, Aug. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jun, Jul, Aug
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Brisbane. Expect highs of 21°C to 21°C to 23°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
February
30°C high
Coldest Month
June
10°C low
Driest Month
June
6 rain days
Wettest Month
November
22 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 29°C / Low: 20°C
20 rain days
February
High: 30°C / Low: 21°C
17 rain days
March
High: 28°C / Low: 20°C
19 rain days
April
High: 26°C / Low: 17°C
13 rain days
May
High: 23°C / Low: 13°C
11 rain days
June
High: 21°C / Low: 10°C
6 rain days
July
High: 21°C / Low: 10°C
7 rain days
August
High: 23°C / Low: 11°C
7 rain days
September
High: 25°C / Low: 13°C
6 rain days
October
High: 28°C / Low: 16°C
9 rain days
November
High: 28°C / Low: 18°C
22 rain days
December
High: 30°C / Low: 20°C
17 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Brisbane
Peak Season
June, July, August
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
May, September
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 29°C | 20°C | 20 | Off Season |
February | 30°C | 21°C | 17 | Off Season |
March | 28°C | 20°C | 19 | Off Season |
April | 26°C | 17°C | 13 | Off Season |
May | 23°C | 13°C | 11 | Shoulder Season |
June★ | 21°C | 10°C | 6 | Peak Season |
July★ | 21°C | 10°C | 7 | Peak Season |
August★ | 23°C | 11°C | 7 | Peak Season |
September | 25°C | 13°C | 6 | Shoulder Season |
October | 28°C | 16°C | 9 | Off Season |
November | 28°C | 18°C | 22 | Off Season |
December | 30°C | 20°C | 17 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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