Verdict: Good month
Brisbane Weather in January
January runs warm in Brisbane, with daily highs around 29°C (84°F) and nights near 21°C (70°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 19 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, January is a solid month to visit Brisbane.
Average high
29°C / 84°F
Average low
21°C / 70°F
Rain days
~19
Precipitation
155 mm
What to pack for Brisbane in January
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 19 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Brisbane: Jan (29°C / 84°F) · Coolest: Jul (20°C / 68°F) · Wettest: Jan (~19 rain days)
29°
21°
Jan
29°
20°
Feb
28°
19°
Mar
26°
16°
Apr
23°
13°
May
21°
10°
Jun
20°
10°
Jul
23°
11°
Aug
25°
13°
Sep
27°
16°
Oct
27°
18°
Nov
29°
20°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)