Brisbane in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Brisbane (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 28.8°C and lows of 19.9°C, with around 546.3mm of rain across the season (48 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Brisbane covers December, January, February.
Summer in Brisbane month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 28.8°C | 19.3°C | 140.5mm | 14 | 9/10 |
| January | 28.9°C | 20.4°C | 126.9mm | 18 | 9/10 |
| February | 28.7°C | 20.0°C | 278.9mm | 16 | 8/10 |
What to pack for Brisbane in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Brisbane?
Summer in Brisbane rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 28.8°C with 546.3mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Brisbane in summer?
Daytime highs average 28.8°C (83.8°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 19.9°C.
What months are summer in Brisbane?
Brisbane is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Brisbane · Brisbane annual climate · Brisbane in spring · Brisbane in autumn · Brisbane in winter
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Summer in Brisbane — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.