Weather

Climate and Clothing
Queensland’s seasons are opposite to those in the northern hemisphere with summer officially starting in December and winter in June. For up-to-date and detailed information on Queensland’s weather check the Bureau of Meteorology website www.bom.gov.au

The summer months (December to February) are warm to hot everywhere so bring lightweight, casual clothes but keep a jacket or a sweater handy as nights may be cool. In Northern Queensland which is tropical, lightweight clothing (natural fibres) is suitable for day and evenings. For the winter months (June to August), warmer medium weight clothes plus sweater, jumpers, a jacket or light coat are advisable. Northern Queensland has warm to hot days, mild coastal evenings.

Depending on the destination, keep clothing light, layered and comfortable to cater for whatever you want to do. Protect yourself against the sun - don’t forget to pack a sunhat, sunglasses and suntan lotion.