🇦🇺 Brisbane vs Hobart 🇦🇺

Brisbane, Australia vs Hobart, Australia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Brisbane is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. Brisbane is drier, with roughly 4 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇦🇺 Brisbane🇦🇺 Hobart
Avg annual high26°C17°C
Hottest monthJanuary (29°C)January (23°C)
Coldest monthJuly (10°C low)July (5°C low)
Rainy days / year196200
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Best months to visitMay, July, AugustJanuary, February, December

🇦🇺 Brisbane

Best around May, July, August. Hottest in January (29°C), coldest lows in July (10°C).

🇦🇺 Hobart

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in January (23°C), coldest lows in July (5°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Brisbane or Hobart warmer?

Brisbane is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Brisbane or Hobart?

Hobart is rainier — Brisbane sees about 4 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Brisbane vs Hobart?

Brisbane is best around May, July, August; Hobart is best around January, February, December.

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