Brisbane weather forecast: Sunny afternoon, warm and humid

Introduction — Why the brisbane weather forecast matters

Accurate local forecasts are important for residents, visitors and businesses in Brisbane. The current brisbane weather forecast provides immediate conditions and short-term trends that affect outdoor plans, travel and heat-related health precautions. This update summarises verified observations and recent January patterns to help readers plan for the coming days.

Main body — Current conditions and recent observations

Current conditions (26 January 2026)

As of local time 2026-01-26 17:37, Brisbane reports sunny conditions with an air temperature of 29.0°C. The sky is clear (cloud 0%), visibility is about 10 km and the reported condition is “Sunny.” Humidity is relatively high at 84%, producing a feels-like temperature of around 30.2°C. Heat index values are elevated — listed at 35.5°C — and the dew point is 20.9°C. Surface pressure is 1006.0 mb.

Winds are from the NNE at about 21.2 kph (13.2 mph), with gusts up to 24.4 kph (15.2 mph) and a wind direction of roughly 28° (NNE). Precipitation at the time of observation is zero for the current hour.

January daily observations and trends

Daily weather logs from Brisbane (including observations from Brisbane Aero, station 040842) show January daytime highs close to 29°C on sampled days. For example, records show highs of about 29.9°C (on the 9th) and 29.1°C (on the 21st), with overnight lows near 19–19.9°C on those dates. Rainfall in January is variable; month summaries indicate several rain days during January, and travellers are advised to check short-range forecasts before arrival.

Data sources and notes

Cloud, evaporation and sunshine observations are taken at Brisbane Aero (station 040842). A rolling series of daily weather observations is maintained for Brisbane and other Queensland locations; users should consult the full 14‑day forecast for detailed planning.

Conclusion — What this means for readers

The immediate brisbane weather forecast shows a warm, sunny and humid late afternoon with moderate NNE winds and elevated heat-index values. January patterns indicate daytime highs near 29°C and multiple days with measurable rain across the month. Readers should allow for warm conditions, consider sun and heat precautions, and review the latest 14‑day forecast before making travel or outdoor plans.