State in Australia

Queensland Map

Interactive map of Queensland with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

☀️ 83°F now🕔 6:02 PM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August and September👥 5.5 million

Summary

Queensland is a state in Australia. Queensland is an Australian state or territory. It has a population of about 5.5 million. The capital is Brisbane.

Right now it is 83°F (28°C) in Queensland with clear sky. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 62°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Queensland is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is Mediterranean. February, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near 99°F, while June is the coldest with lows near 56°F.

The closest major airport is Brisbane Airport (BNE), about 794 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in Queensland today at 10/10. 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.

Map of Queensland

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 20°55′3.4″S 142°42′10.1″E (-20.9176, 142.7028)

Quick facts about Queensland

TypeState
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates20°55′3.4″S 142°42′10.1″E (-20.9176, 142.7028)
CapitalBrisbane
Population5.500.000
Area715.309 sq mi
Time zoneAustralia/Brisbane
Local time6:02 PM (UTC+10:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August and September
ClimateMediterranean

Maps of each city in Queensland

4 cities mapped in this atlas

Maps of each beach in Queensland

1 beaches mapped in this atlas

Cities map of Queensland

4 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

Neighboring states and territories in Australia

Sorted by distance from Queensland.

Getting to Queensland

By air

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near Queensland

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Brisbane AirportBNE794 miBrisbane

Top attractions in Queensland

Things to do in Queensland

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Queensland.

Explore Queensland

Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.

Map for related places

Frequently asked questions

Where is Queensland?

Queensland is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -20.9176, 142.7028. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Queensland right now?

It is currently 83°F (28°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 29% and wind is 8 mph.

When is the best time to visit Queensland?

May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Queensland, which has a Mediterranean climate. February, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Queensland in?

Queensland observes Australia/Brisbane (UTC+10:00). The local time is 6:02 PM.

How many people live in Queensland?

Queensland has a population of approximately 5.5 million.

What is the nearest airport to Queensland?

The closest airports are Brisbane Airport (BNE), 794 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Queensland?

Popular options include Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach.

What places are in Queensland?

Queensland covers 5 places in this atlas, including Brisbane, Gold Coast, Cairns, Port Douglas and Whitehaven Beach.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 23, 2026 at 6:02 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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