Queensland Weather Forecast
Queensland weather: 65°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Queensland weather in May
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Climate in Queensland 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 | 97° | 78° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 91° | 76° | 9,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 92° | 75° | 7,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 88° | 67° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 83° | 63° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 78° | 56° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 78° | 56° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 84° | 59° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 91° | 67° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 98° | 74° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 98° | 77° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 99° | 78° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Queensland
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Queensland compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Queensland.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Barrier Reef | 373 mi | 78°F | about the same | 71 in |
See the Queensland forecast by time range
Queensland weather - more answers
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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 65°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 78% and wind is 9 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 9:18 AM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 26, 2026 at 9:18 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
