🇳🇿 Auckland vs Gold Coast 🇦🇺

Auckland, New Zealand vs Gold Coast, Australia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Gold Coast is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Auckland is drier, with roughly 51 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇿 Auckland🇦🇺 Gold Coast
Avg annual high19°C24°C
Hottest monthJanuary (24°C)January (27°C)
Coldest monthJuly (8°C low)July (13°C low)
Rainy days / year147198
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Best months to visitFebruary, March, DecemberMay, July, August

🇳🇿 Auckland

Best around February, March, December. Hottest in January (24°C), coldest lows in July (8°C).

🇦🇺 Gold Coast

Best around May, July, August. Hottest in January (27°C), coldest lows in July (13°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Auckland or Gold Coast warmer?

Gold Coast is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Auckland or Gold Coast?

Gold Coast is rainier — Auckland sees about 51 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Auckland vs Gold Coast?

Auckland is best around February, March, December; Gold Coast is best around May, July, August.

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