Gold Coast Weather Forecast
Gold Coast weather: 73°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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 73°F (23°C) in Gold Coast with clear sky. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 53°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
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 54°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 73°F is in line with the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Gold Coast today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Gold Coast right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:09 AM, Aug 6 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Gold Coast
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 5 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 73° / 53° | 0% | 7 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Aug 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 68° / 53° | 0% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 68° / 52° | 27% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Aug 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 68° / 54° | 27% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 9 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 68° / 54° | 6% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 10 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 69° / 53° | 4% | 12 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Aug 11 | ☀️ Clear sky | 69° / 49° | 2% | 7 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Aug 12 | ☀️ Clear sky | 71° / 52° | 12% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Aug 13 | ☀️ Clear sky | 71° / 51° | 12% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 14 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 68° / 51° | 8% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 15 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 68° / 55° | 39% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 16 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 55° | 53% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Aug 17 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 66° / 58° | 55% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Aug 18 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 67° / 57° | 47% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Aug 19 | ☀️ Clear sky | 69° / 54° | 57% | 8 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Aug 20 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 71° / 52° | 33% | 10 mph | 6 |
Climate in Gold Coast month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83° | 71° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 83° | 71° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 80° | 69° | 12,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 78° | 65° | 5,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 61° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 69° | 55° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 54° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 72° | 57° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 59° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 80° | 63° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 80° | 67° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 84° | 70° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Gold Coast
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Air quality and pollen in Gold Coast
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Gold Coast
Go in June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, May and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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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 73°F (23°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 37% and wind is 5 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 5:09 AM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, 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 6, 2026 at 5:09 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
