Brisbane weather
At 5:00 AM local time it was mostly clear and 16°C (61°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 5 PM (7.8 mm total). Best months for weather: Jul–Sep. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 29%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 5 PM (7.8 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jul–SepOff season Dec–Mar
About Brisbane weather
Is it raining in Brisbane right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 16° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 5 PM (7.8 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Brisbane this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 25–33° and lows of 16–20°. Rain is likely on 5 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Brisbane lately?
In the past 7 days, Brisbane had 5 rainy days and 50.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Brisbane?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Brisbane weather by month
When is the best time to visit Brisbane?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Brisbane is Jul–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 20°C (68°F) in July to 29°C (84°F) in January.
What is the rainiest month in Brisbane?
February is the wettest month, with about 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain on average. September is the driest, with about 38 mm (1.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Brisbane?
January is the warmest, with average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F).
Does Brisbane have a rainy season?
Yes. Feb is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jul–Sep is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Brisbane?
The sea is warmest in January at about 28°C (82°F) and coolest in July at about 17°C (62°F). It is comfortable for swimming (22°C or more) in Oct–Apr.
Brisbane weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months