Best time to visit Gold Coast

Q: When is the best time to visit Gold Coast?

The best time to visit Gold Coast is September based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Gold Coast?

The hottest time of year in Gold Coast is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Gold Coast?

In terms of rainfall, February is usually the wettest month in Gold Coast with 238mm on average. There are normally 14 days in February with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Gold Coast?

The sunniest time of year in Gold Coast is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 74% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Gold Coast?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Gold Coast in February when the water temperature reaches 26°C.

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When is the best time to visit Gold Coast?

The best time to visit Gold Coast is September based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Gold Coast?

The hottest time of year in Gold Coast is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Gold Coast?

In terms of rainfall, February is usually the wettest month in Gold Coast with 238mm on average. There are normally 14 days in February with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Gold Coast?

The sunniest time of year in Gold Coast is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 74% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Gold Coast?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Gold Coast in February when the water temperature reaches 26°C.