Local Weather

Famous for its sun, surf and sand, Gold Coast City stretches along 57 kilometres of coastline. Gold Coast City spans across 1,402 square kilometres (approx. 541 square miles) featuring 70 kilometres of coast from South Stradbroke Island to Rainbow Bay.

Gold Coast City's climate is sub-tropical with 287 days of sunshine annually.

Average Summer Temperatures:
19 to 29 degrees Celsius (66 to 83 degrees Fahrenheit).

Average Winter Temperatures:
9 to 21 degrees Celsius (48 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit).

Summer is a great time to hit the beach. From late August to late April, even into late May, the water temperature is ideal for swimming and the outside temperature disigned for fun in the sun. Even during the winter months it is often warm enough for a little beach time during the mid hours of the day.