Brass Monkey Season
June – August
Average Temperature
1.8 – 17.2°C
Stanthorpe, the heart of Granite Belt, proudly wears the title of ‘Queensland’s coolest town’. Winter here is fondly known as ‘Brass Monkey Season’, the nickname originating from the phrase used on sailing ships ‘cold enough to freeze the balls off the brass monkey’.
With the mercury plunging below the zero mark, this is one part of Queensland you’ll be pulling out the winter woolies for.
Winter Inspiration
Check out our tips for how to experience the best of Brass Monkey Season, June to August.
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How to celebrate Christmas in July in Granite Belt Wine Country
How to celebrate Christmas in July in Granite Belt Wine Country
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What is Brass Monkey Season?
What is Brass Monkey Season?
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8 Picture perfect winter wine country locations
8 Picture perfect winter wine country locations
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The STUNNING EXCLUSIVELY WINTER Cellar Door
The STUNNING EXCLUSIVELY WINTER Cellar Door
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Cool Tips for Winter Wine Trips
Cool Tips for Winter Wine Trips
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Stanthorpe Dinners Delivering a 5 Senses Hit
Stanthorpe Dinners Delivering a 5 Senses Hit
Add this to your itinerary
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Washpool Supply Co
Washpool Supply Co
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Wallangarra Historic Railway Station
Wallangarra Historic Railway Station
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The Red Bridge
The Red Bridge
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The Little Brass Monkey
The Little Brass Monkey
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The Granite Belt Maze
The Granite Belt Maze
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The Big Thermometer
The Big Thermometer
COMING EVENTS
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Canvas, Cloth & Clay Exhibition
Canvas, Cloth & Clay Exhibition
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POETs Progressive Dinner and Tour
POETs Progressive Dinner and Tour
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Soirees at Ridgemill Estate
Soirees at Ridgemill Estate