What is the weather like in Brisbane in February?

Expect temperatures between 21°C and 29°C with 27% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Brisbane in February?

Brisbane in February scores 63/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Brisbane in February?

February in Brisbane is ideal for: Beach lovers, Budget travelers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Brisbane Weather in February | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

29°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

21°C

Coolest around day 10

Rainy Days

17days

27% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in February

Coral Sea

27.7°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coral Sea

Brisbane coastline

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Currency

AUD

$ Australian dollar

Language

English

Driving

Left side

Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.565

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

96/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Feb

Monthly Traffic Distribution

297

Jan

260

Feb

262

Mar

337

Apr

366

May

712

Jun

902

Jul

915

Aug

875

Sep

860

Oct

472

Nov

619

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

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Cairns (CNS)

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Townsville (TSV)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Australia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Australia.

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is mainly a concern in the Murray River, and the Outer Torres Strait Islands area.Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or traveling at times outside of the Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Australia.If rabies exposures occur while in Australia, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Direct travel from United States: Vaccine isnotrequired.Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine isrequiredfor travelers ≥1 year old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission.3Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is February a Good Time to Visit Brisbane?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(63/100)

Short Answer

Beach lovers rejoice: Brisbane's February features 27.7°C sea temperatures alongside 29°C air temps. Just 27% rain risk makes this prime swimming season.

Decision Factors

Oppressive heat and humidity

28.7°C with 77% humidity - challenging conditions

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Warm tropical seas

27.7°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Off-peak season - fewer crowds

Only 28% of peak - better deals and quiet crowds

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Dengue

Plenty of sunshine

10.2h of sunshine daily

Good For

🏖️
Beach lovers
27.7°C warm seas and 27% rain probability
💰
Budget travelers
Off-peak pricing with acceptable weather conditions
🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
77% humidity creates difficult conditions
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
33°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

Historical Insight

2008 was unusually cold: Average of 23°C, 6.2°C below normal

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Brisbane in February averages 29°C with 27% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Brisbane in February

What are the temperatures in Brisbane in February?

Daytime highs average 29°C, nights drop to 21°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Brisbane in February?

Expect around 17 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Brisbane in February?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is February peak season in Brisbane?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Brisbane Weather in February

Sea Temperature in February

Brisbane February Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Brisbane

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is February a Good Time to Visit Brisbane?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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