City in Queensland, Australia
Gold Coast weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Gold Coast
Apr–May and Sep–Nov are warm and settled. Dec–Mar is hot, humid and stormy; Jun–Aug is mild. School holidays and Schoolies in November are crowded.
Gold Coast weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°153 mm
- Feb29°164 mm
- Mar28°150 mm
- Apr26°83 mm
- May23°71 mm
- Jun20°93 mm
- Jul20°36 mm
- Aug22°45 mm
- Sep25°35 mm
- Oct27°83 mm
- Nov28°94 mm
- Dec30°138 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C86°F | 22°C71°F | 153 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C85°F | 21°C71°F | 164 mm | 74% | Rainy |
| March | 28°C82°F | 20°C68°F | 150 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C78°F | 18°C64°F | 83 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C73°F | 14°C57°F | 71 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| June | 20°C69°F | 12°C54°F | 93 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| July | 20°C68°F | 10°C51°F | 36 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| August | 22°C71°F | 11°C52°F | 45 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C76°F | 14°C57°F | 35 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C80°F | 16°C62°F | 83 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| November | 28°C83°F | 19°C65°F | 94 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C85°F | 20°C69°F | 138 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Gold Coast?
Apr–May, Sep–Nov. Apr–May and Sep–Nov are warm and settled. Dec–Mar is hot, humid and stormy; Jun–Aug is mild. School holidays and Schoolies in November are crowded.
When is the rainy season in Gold Coast?
Rain peaks in February with about 164 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jan–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Gold Coast?
January, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Gold Coast get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 10°C (51°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.