Gold Coast Weather Forecast
Gold Coast weather: 68°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Gold Coast?
Yes - rain is likely in Gold Coast today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 1,1 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 3,8 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue and Wed.
The next 7 days carry about 6.9 times a normal week's rain for October (3,8 in against 0,6 in).
16-day forecast for Gold Coast
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 22 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 69° / 65° | 100% · 1,1 in | 13 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌧️ Showers | 73° / 65° | 100% · 0,7 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌧️ Showers | 74° / 66° | 100% · 1,4 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 78° / 68° | 100% · 0,4 in | 15 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 87° / 67° | 78% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 65° | 61% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 62° | 51% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light showers | 71° / 63° | 33% · 1,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 63° | 37% | 20 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 62° | 35% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 70° / 61° | 37% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 74° / 61° | 33% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 75° / 62° | 35% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 64° | 45% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 65° | 47% · 0,0 in | 17 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 65° | 19% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 6 |
What this means for Gold Coast
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 69°F is 10.8°F below the 80°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 1,1 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 49°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, May and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 68°F (20°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 79% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Gold Coast?
June, July, 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 11:21 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 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 October 22, 2026 at 11:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
