🇦🇺 Brisbane vs Wellington 🇳🇿

Brisbane, Australia vs Wellington, New Zealand — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Brisbane is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. Brisbane is drier, with roughly 4 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇦🇺 Brisbane🇳🇿 Wellington
Avg annual high26°C16°C
Hottest monthJanuary (29°C)January (20°C)
Coldest monthJuly (10°C low)July (9°C low)
Rainy days / year196200
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Best months to visitMay, July, AugustJanuary, February, March

🇦🇺 Brisbane

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

🇳🇿 Wellington

Best around January, February, March. Hottest in January (20°C), coldest lows in July (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Brisbane or Wellington warmer?

Brisbane is warmer overall, averaging about 10 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Brisbane or Wellington?

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

When is the best time to visit Brisbane vs Wellington?

Brisbane is best around May, July, August; Wellington is best around January, February, March.

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