Geography of Brisbane
Geography of Brisbane: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Brisbane
Gold Coast is 44 mi to the south-east, Byron Bay is 89 mi to the south-east, Main Beach, Byron Bay is 89 mi to the south-east and Newcastle is 384 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 27°28′11.3″S 153°1′30.4″E (-27.4698, 153.0251)
Quick facts about Brisbane
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Queensland |
| Country | Australia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 27°28′11.3″S 153°1′30.4″E (-27.4698, 153.0251) |
| Population | 2.600.000 |
| Known for | Riverside city and Gold Coast access |
| Local time | 1:03 AM (UTC+10:00) |
| Best months | February, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by airport in Brisbane
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Summary
Brisbane is a city in Queensland. Brisbane is known for Riverside city and Gold Coast access. It has a population of about 2.6 million.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Brisbane with partly cloudy. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 52°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Brisbane is February, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is temperate. January, March and November tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 51°F.
The closest major airport is Brisbane Airport (BNE), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Main Beach, Byron Bay.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is 3.8°F below the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Brisbane today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Brisbane month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° | 70° | 7,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 85° | 69° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 81° | 67° | 11,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 79° | 62° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 58° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 52° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 51° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 73° | 53° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 78° | 55° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 82° | 61° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 82° | 65° | 8,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 86° | 68° | 6,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Brisbane?
Brisbane is a city in Queensland. Its coordinates are -27.4698, 153.0251. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Brisbane right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 89% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Brisbane?
February, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Brisbane, which has a temperate climate. January, March and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Brisbane in?
Brisbane observes Australia/Brisbane (UTC+10:00). The local time is 1:03 AM.
How many people live in Brisbane?
Brisbane has a population of approximately 2.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Brisbane?
The closest airports are Brisbane Airport (BNE), 8 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Brisbane?
Popular options include Main Beach, Byron Bay.
What places are in Brisbane?
Brisbane covers 1 places in this atlas, including Brisbane Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 1:03 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
