Brisbane enjoys a subtropical climate with warm, humid summers and mild, dry winters that rarely require more than a light jacket.

The wet season runs from December through March, bringing afternoon storms that drench the city in minutes, so waterproof layers earn their keep during these months.

Temperatures range from around 10°C on the coldest winter mornings to 30°C on average summer days, with occasional heat waves pushing past 35°C.

Humidity hovers between uncomfortable and oppressive from November to March, making fabric choice more important than layering strategy.

The city's concrete and lack of breeze in the CBD can make it feel several degrees hotter than the official reading, so sun protection isn't optional.