Best Time to Visit Gold Coast
Best time: Sep, Aug, Oct, Nov.
Jan is warmest (29.8°C high); Feb is rainiest (189 mm).
Gold Coast weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.8 | 20.4 | 176 | 10.7 |
| Feb | 29.5 | 20.2 | 189 | 9.6 |
| Mar | 28.5 | 19.2 | 174 | 8.6 |
| Apr | 26.8 | 16.5 | 169 | 6.8 |
| May | 24.3 | 14 | 157 | 5.4 |
| Jun | 21.8 | 10.9 | 84 | 5 |
| Jul | 21 | 9.9 | 81 | 5.5 |
| Aug | 22.2 | 9.8 | 54 | 6.9 |
| Sep | 24.3 | 12.1 | 48 | 8.9 |
| Oct | 26.1 | 14.9 | 100 | 9.7 |
| Nov | 27.8 | 17.3 | 118 | 10.6 |
| Dec | 29.1 | 19.3 | 158 | 11.1 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepAugOctNov
Beaches: SepDecJanNov
Hiking: SepAugJulJun
Sightseeing: SepAugOctJul
Gold Coast quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gold Coast?
Sep, Aug, Oct, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Feb, about 189 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 29.8°C.
Where to stay
See Gold Coast hotels · Book Gold Coast tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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