Weather in Gold Coast
What's the weather like in Gold Coast?
Gold Coast has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 27°C (81°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in July, with overnight lows around 22°C (71°F) and 13°C (55°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Gold Coast are January through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇦🇺 Australia
- Region
- Oceania
- Time zone
- Australia/Brisbane
- Coordinates
- -28.017, 153.400
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 81°F | 22°C / 71°F | 103 mm | 22 | — |
| February | 27°C / 81°F | 22°C / 71°F | 175 mm | 20 | — |
| March | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 70°F | 163 mm | 24 | — |
| April | 25°C / 76°F | 19°C / 65°F | 67 mm | 18 | — |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 16°C / 61°F | 78 mm | 13 | — |
| June | 20°C / 69°F | 14°C / 57°F | 61 mm | 13 | — |
| July | 20°C / 68°F | 13°C / 55°F | 42 mm | 10 | — |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 13°C / 56°F | 42 mm | 12 | — |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 15°C / 59°F | 44 mm | 14 | — |
| October | 24°C / 76°F | 17°C / 63°F | 89 mm | 16 | — |
| November | 26°C / 78°F | 19°C / 66°F | 71 mm | 17 | — |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 21°C / 69°F | 113 mm | 19 | — |
Gold Coast by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Northern Australia cyclone season runs November–April (peak January–March). Tropical cyclones and heavy rain — most likely December–April.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gold Coast?
The most comfortable months in Gold Coast are usually May, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Gold Coast?
January is typically the hottest month in Gold Coast, averaging a high of 27°C (81°F).
What is the coldest month in Gold Coast?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 13°C (55°F).
Does it snow in Gold Coast?
Snow is rare in Gold Coast; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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