🇦🇺 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.
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Climate at a glance
| 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 🇳🇿 Wellington | |
|---|---|---|
| Avg annual high | 26°C | 16°C |
| Hottest month | January · 29°C | January · 20°C |
| Coldest month | July (10°C low) | July (9°C low) |
| Rainy days / year | 196 | 200 |
| Snow | Rare | Rare |
| Best months to visit | May, July, August | January, 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).
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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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