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Brisbane in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Brisbane in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Brisbane, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Brisbane in April 2025

Good Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
Planning a trip to Brisbane in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +25°C and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 16 rainy days and 68 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+25°C
Avg. max. temperature
+9°C
Min.
+32°C
Max.
68 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Brisbane has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Brisbane in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Brisbane for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +29°C during the day to a minimum of +13°C during the night, the temperature in April averages around +26°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +24°C to +24°C.

Is Brisbane warm or cold in April?

Brisbane is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +27°C to +25°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +20°C to +18°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Brisbane:

Water temperature in Brisbane in April

Water in Brisbane in April is Warm. It varies from +24°C to +26°C, with an average of +25°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +25°C.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Brisbane are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +27°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +21°C.

Can you swim in Brisbane in April?

You can absolutely swim in Brisbane in April, the water is warm (+25°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Brisbane in April

Brisbane weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+27°C+25°C+23°C
Min. temperature
+11°C+9°C+4°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+32°C+30°C
Rainfall
102 mm68 mm74 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+26°C+25°C+24°C
Humidity
74%73%73%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1017 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
5812
Cloudy days
455
Rainy days
191613
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as good as in March. It’s getting colder in April. From +27°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +25°C. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 102 mm to 68 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 73%. Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 5 to 8.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Brisbane in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Brisbane is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Brisbane based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 37% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 69 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Brisbane wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 62% chance of precipitation and 136 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 29% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Brisbane?

This is the weather in Brisbane in April 2023:
1 April
☁️
+24°C
2 April
☀️
+27°C
3 April
🌧️
+27°C
4 April
☀️
+28°C
5 April
☀️
+29°C
6 April
☁️
+27°C
7 April
🌧️
+24°C
8 April
☀️
+28°C
9 April
☀️
+27°C
10 April
☀️
+26°C
11 April
☀️
+26°C
12 April
☀️
+27°C
13 April
☀️
+27°C
14 April
☀️
+27°C
15 April
☀️
+26°C
16 April
☀️
+29°C
17 April
☀️
+28°C
18 April
☀️
+26°C
19 April
☀️
+25°C
20 April
☀️
+26°C
21 April
☁️
+24°C
22 April
☁️
+25°C
23 April
☀️
+26°C
24 April
🌧️
+24°C
25 April
🌧️
+22°C
26 April
🌧️
+22°C
27 April
🌧️
+23°C
28 April
☁️
+24°C
29 April
☁️
+24°C
30 April
☀️
+24°C
In April 2023 Brisbane had 18 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +26°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +22°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Brisbane climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Brisbane in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+23°C) and the highest in 2019 (+27°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 543 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 2497 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Brisbane in April:

Is April a good time to visit Brisbane?

April is a really good time to go to Brisbane. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Brisbane.

Can you sunbathe in Brisbane in April?

April is warm in Brisbane. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Brisbane in April?

Yes, you can swim in Brisbane in April, the water temperature averaging at +25°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Brisbane rainy in April?

Brisbane is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Brisbane in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Brisbane in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Australia

Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.

Monthly weather in Brisbane

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Brisbane, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.