Winter

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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