City in Queensland

Current Local Time in Gold Coast

Current local time and time zone in Gold Coast, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 66°F now🕔 7:33 PM local📅 Best: June, July, August, September and October👥 700.000

Current local time in Gold Coast

7:33 PM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zoneAustralia/Brisbane
UTC offsetUTC+10:00
UTC now9:33 AM
Sunrise6:12 AM
Sunset5:27 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:12 AM
Sunset5:27 PM
Daylight11h 15m
Solar noon11:49 AM
Golden hour (am)6:12 AM - 7:12 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:27 PM - 5:27 PM
Blue hour (am)5:42 AM - 6:12 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:27 PM - 5:57 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 51%
Moonrise11:05 AM
Moonset12:55 AM

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Quick facts about Gold Coast

TypeCity
StateQueensland
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates28°1′0.1″S 153°24′0″E (-28.0167, 153.4)
Population700.000
Known forsurf beaches and theme parks
Local time7:33 PM (UTC+10:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August, September and October
ClimateTemperate

Summary

Gold Coast is a city in Queensland. Gold Coast is known for surf beaches and theme parks. It has a population of about 700.000.

Right now it is 66°F (19°C) in Gold Coast with clear sky. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 52°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Gold Coast is June, July, August, September and October. The climate is temperate. March, May and November tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 53°F.

The closest major airport is Brisbane Airport (BNE), about 47 mi away. Nearby highlights include Main Beach, Byron Bay.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is in line with the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in Gold Coast today at 9.7/10. Visibility is down to 0,7 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 28°1′0.1″S 153°24′0″E (-28.0167, 153.4)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gold Coast?

Gold Coast is a city in Queensland. Its coordinates are -28.0167, 153.4. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Gold Coast right now?

It is currently 66°F (19°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 61% and wind is 6 mph.

When is the best time to visit Gold Coast?

June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Gold Coast, which has a temperate climate. March, May and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Gold Coast in?

Gold Coast observes Australia/Brisbane (UTC+10:00). The local time is 7:33 PM.

How many people live in Gold Coast?

Gold Coast has a population of approximately 700.000.

What is the nearest airport to Gold Coast?

The closest airports are Brisbane Airport (BNE), 47 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Gold Coast?

Popular options include Main Beach, Byron Bay.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 21, 2026 at 7:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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