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Queensland - Southeast coast

Gold Coast weather and climate

Queensland - Southeast coast

Gold Coast weather and climate

 

Day

22 °C

 

Night

10 °C

 

Sea

21 °C

 

Precipitation

53 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

6 days

in month

 

Daylight

11 hours

average

 

Sunshine

8 hours

average

 

Humidity

56 %

 

Day

22 °C

 

Night

10 °C

 

Sea

21 °C

 

Precipitation

53 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

6 days

in month

 

Daylight

11 hours

average

 

Sunshine

8 hours

average

 

Humidity

56 %

Overview: Gold Coast
Gold Coast (Australia) is a place with a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 21 °C (71 °F) in July to 29 °C (85 °F) in January. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in January with 20 °C (69 °F), the lowest in August with 10 °C (49 °F). The highest sea temperatures in Gold Coast are in February with 26 °C (79 °F) and the lowest in August with 21 °C (69 °F). The least rainy month in Gold Coast is August with its 6 days of rain, the rainiest month is February, when it rains 16 days.

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Last week's weather in Gold Coast

The week of 30 June 2025 - 6 July 2025 had an average daily temperature of 21 °C (70 °F) and a minimum (nighttime) temperature of 10 °C (50 °F). These temperatures are roughly same as the long-time average for Gold Coast, being 22 °C (72 °F) for daily temperatures and 11 °C (52 °F) for night temperatures. In the beginning, Monday was coldest day of the week. The average temperatures during different times of day (local time) were following: 7am 12 °C (54 °F), 10am 19 °C (66 °F), 1pm 21 °C (70 °F), 4pm 19 °C (66 °F), 7pm 15 °C (59 °F), 10pm 13 °C (55 °F).

During this week: 4 days without rain, 2 days with light rain and 1 day with heavy rain were observed. During the whole week, total of 37 mm (1.46 in) of precipitation was observed, which is above the long term average for Gold Coast, which is 18 mm (0.71 in). The average cloud coverage during the daytime (from dawn to dusk) was 35 %. The meteorological event(s) that occurred was: mist.

An average wind speed of 3.1 m/s was recorded. The air pressure varied between 1003 hpa and 1025 hpa. The average air humidity was 75 % in Gold Coast.

During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there were in average: 6.5 hours clear skies, 1 hour partially overcast skies, 2 hours overcast skies and 1 hour rainy weather. On average, the time of sunrise was 06:38, and the time of sunset was 17:02.

Weather overview for Gold Coast

Weather overview

Gold Coast (Australia) is a place with a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 21 °C (71 °F) in July to 29 °C (85 °F) in January. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in January with 20 °C (69 °F), the lowest in August with 10 °C (49 °F). The highest sea temperatures in Gold Coast are in February with 26 °C (79 °F) and the lowest in August with 21 °C (69 °F). The least rainy month in Gold Coast is August with its 6 days of rain, the rainiest month is February, when it rains 16 days.

January weather

There is pending tourist season this month in Gold Coast. The rise of the sea temperature can be observed, its value is 26 °C (78 °F), while the day temperature reaches its maximum, its value is 29 °C (85 °F). The night temperature reaches its maximum in January. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 14 days. The maximum of the wind speed is observable, the value of this measure is 5.

February weather

The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Gold Coast. The wet season slowly starts. The sea temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 26 °C (79 °F). The number of rainy days is on its maximum, with its value being 16 days, and the rainfall amount reaches its maximum as well in February. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value of 7 hours.

March weather

The tourist season is taking place in Gold Coast. There is pending wet season. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 16 days, and the rainfall amount starts to descent too in this month. The day temperature starts to descent, its value is 28 °C (82 °F). The maximum of the humidity is observable.

April weather

The beginning of the descent of the sea temperature could be noticed, with its value of 25 °C (77 °F) in Gold Coast, while the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 26 °C (79 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 12 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent as well. The night temperature continues to descent, its value is 16 °C (61 °F).

May weather

The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 24 °C (75 °F) in Gold Coast, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 24 °C (74 °F). The number of rainy days continues to descent, the value of this measure is 11 days. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 14 °C (57 °F). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable in May.

June weather

The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 22 °C (71 °F) in Gold Coast, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well. The number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value being 9 days, while the rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 92 mm (3.61 in). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 11 °C (52 °F). The day length reaches its minimum, with its value of 10 hours.

July weather

The sea temperature continues to descent, its value is 21 °C (70 °F) in Gold Coast, while the day temperature is on its minimum. The rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value being 66 mm (2.58 in), and the number of rainy days continues to descent as well, with its value of 7 days. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 10 °C (50 °F). The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, its value is 4.

August weather

The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value being 22 °C (72 °F) in Gold Coast, while the sea temperature reaches its minimum, with its value of 21 °C (69 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, its value is 6 days, while the rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value being 53 mm (2.10 in). The minimum of the night temperature is observable, its value is 10 °C (49 °F). The ongoing dry season is noticeable.

September weather

The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 24 °C (75 °F) in Gold Coast, while the night temperature starts to rise. The minimum of the rainfall amount is observable, its value is 44 mm (1.75 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, its value is 9 hours. The dry season is close to its peak. The minimum of the humidity is observable, its value is 53 %.

October weather

The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 26 °C (78 °F) in Gold Coast, while the sea temperature starts to rise, its value is 22 °C (72 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, its value is 9 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise as well, with its value being 93 mm (3.67 in). The rise of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 15 °C (59 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, its value is 8 hours.

November weather

The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month in Gold Coast, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 23 °C (74 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 11 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, with its value of 115 mm (4.54 in). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 17 °C (63 °F).

December weather

The rise of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 28 °C (83 °F) in Gold Coast, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, its value is 25 °C (76 °F). The tourist season slowly starts. The rainfall amount continues to rise, with its value of 159 mm (6.26 in), and the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed too, with its value being 13 days. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 19 °C (66 °F).

FAQs

Is it hot in January in Gold Coast?

In Gold Coast in January, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.

Is there a wet season in Gold Coast in February?

Yes, in Gold Coast in February there is a wet season with 16 days, when there is rain in a month.

What is the sea temperature in March in Gold Coast?

The temperature of the sea in Gold Coast in March is 26 °C (78 °F). It will be comfortable for you to spend even a long time in a sea warm like this, there will be people for whom this temperature will be too low or too high.

Are there good conditions to visit in Gold Coast in April?

April is a good month to visit Gold Coast. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 26 °C (79 °F). The temperature of the sea will be perfect at 25 °C (77 °F). The temperature of 16 °C (61 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What level of humidity is to expect in Gold Coast in May?

In May in Gold Coast, expect humidity around 64 %.

How windy is it in July in Gold Coast?

In July in Gold Coast, there will be an average wind scale of 4.

Is August part of the dry season in Gold Coast?

Yes, there is a dry season in Gold Coast in August with just 6 days during the month being rainy.

What is the night temperature in September in Gold Coast?

The average night temperature in Gold Coast in September is 12 °C (53 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.

How many sunny hours can I expect in October in Gold Coast?

There is an average length of sunshine of 8 hours per day in October in Gold Coast.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Gold Coast in November?

There are 11 days, which are rainy in Gold Coast in November, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.6 days of the week, or in general - 38 % days.

What temperature can I expect during the day in Gold Coast in December?

In Gold Coast in December, the average daily temperatures will be 28 °C (83 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.

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