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Gold Coast, Australia · Temperate oceanic

Gold Coast in July: go or not?

Good time. Gold Coast in July gets 7.7/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 28.02°S · 153.43°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Gold Coast · July
7.7
13–20°
Temperature
23%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
Photo : Josh Withers via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in July

In July, Gold Coast sees 20.0°C during the day with 6.8h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (23.0% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (8.1/10) remains theoretically better.

July ranks 10 out of 12 months in Gold Coast.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
10°
Sea
21°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
10.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is July the right month?

The best month in Gold Coast is September (8.1/10), 0.4 pt higher than July.

See September →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

The Gold Coast is the Brisbane coast: 70 km of beaches, high-rise buildings on the seafront, theme parks (Movie World, Sea World, Wet'n'Wild), world-class surf. November is my favourite month (8.6/10): 19-26°C, 38% rain in brief showers, sea at 23°C.

Read Gilles' full review →

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.

Country · Australia

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyAustralian Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 28°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 20°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 57%

🏖️ Beach holiday

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location

Where is Gold Coast ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Australia
Temperate oceanic climate with a 8.1 → 7.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
28.02°S · 153.43°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Gold Coast?
September is the best month with 23.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 7.6h of sunshine and 23.0% rainy days. The months of September & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Gold Coast get in September?
Gold Coast averages 7.6 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Gold Coast?
March is the most unfavourable month with March has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Gold Coast in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 23.0°C.
Is Gold Coast good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Gold Coast scores 7.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid Gold Coast?
March is the most difficult month to visit Gold Coast, with March has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Gold Coast in July?
In July, the sea averages 21°C in Gold Coast: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Gold Coast in July?
The average UV index reaches 4 in July in Gold Coast (moderate), with about 10.4h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.