Current Weather and Forecast in Gold Coast, Australia

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About the weather in Gold Coast

Gold Coast has a humid subtropical climate. January is the warmest month, with average highs of 82°, and July the coldest, when nights fall to around 55°. February brings the most rain, on about 13 days, while December is the sunniest, with 11.6 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 125 days.

Gold Coast climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit

Common questions

When is Gold Coast at its coldest?
July, with highs of 68°F (20°C) and lows near 55°F (13°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 44°F (6°C).
How many rainy days does Gold Coast get in a year?
About 125 days bring measurable precipitation, totalling 44.8 inches (1137 mm). That works out at roughly 9.1 mm on an average wet day.
What is the rainiest month in Gold Coast?
February, at 7.4 inches (188 mm) over about 13 days. August is the driest month, at 1.5 inches (38 mm).
What is the best time to visit Gold Coast?
The best time to visit Gold Coast is generally June to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window sit near 71°F (21°C), with rain on about 6 days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in June.
How sunny is Gold Coast?
10.3 hours a day averaged over the year, peaking in December at 11.6 hours.
Does it snow in Gold Coast?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Gold Coast shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the hottest month in Gold Coast?
January, averaging 82°F (28°C) by day and 72°F (22°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 98°F (37°C).
What is the average temperature in Gold Coast?
69°F (21°C) across all twelve months - about 76°F (24°C) by day and 64°F (18°C) after dark.