Brisbane vs Gold Coast

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Gold Coast edges ahead as the better destination in December. Gold Coast offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Brisbane sees 11 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Brisbane sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Gold Coast is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in December. Gold Coast receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Brisbane reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Gold Coast averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Southern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Brisbane receives approximately 109 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Gold Coast sees 118 mm over 12 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.