Band 9: The graph and chart below give information on the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius (°C) and the average number of days with rainfall each month for two Australian cities. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. You should write at least 150 words.

Overall, Brisbane is warmer than Canberra throughout the year, with higher minimum temperatures. Brisbane also receives more rainfall in most months, except between June and October, when Canberra has more rainy days.

Looking at temperature trends, both cities experience a drop in temperatures from January to July. Brisbane’s minimum temperature falls to 10°C, while Canberra’s drops just above 0°C. Their maximum temperatures also decrease, reaching 27°C in Brisbane and 12°C in Canberra. In the second half of the year, temperatures rise again, with Brisbane’s maximum reaching nearly 30°C, while Canberra’s reaches 27°C. Their minimum temperatures also increase, reaching 20°C and 12°C, respectively.

In terms of rainfall, February and March are the wettest months in Brisbane, with 14 rainy days. Other months, like January, April, and December, also have a significant number of rainy days, while winter months have fewer. In contrast, Canberra has more rainy days between June and October, while in other months, it rains for about 7 days on average.