January · Australia
Best time to visit Brisbane in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Brisbane in January
Average temperature 24°C, 159 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
5.9/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 159 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Brisbane scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 159 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Riverfront ferries, subtropical parks, and outdoor dining shine October through March.
January in Brisbane — workable with trade-offs
At 24°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
159 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 5.9/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Brisbane — 3.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Brisbane in January?
- In January, Brisbane averages 24°C, 159 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Brisbane?
- January earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Brisbane in January?
- Expect about 159 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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