Monthly climate guide
Gold Coast weather in January
With highs near 30°C (86°F) and lows around 21°C (71°F), January feels hot in Gold Coast. Rainfall averages about 173 mm (very wet) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's wetter than a typical month in Gold Coast — roughly 98% more rain than average.
- January brings mid-summer to Gold Coast — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Gold Coast is usually about 4°C warmer than Byron Bay, 70 km away, in January.
January is typically Gold Coast's warmest month.It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
21°C
71°F
Rainfall
173 mm
very wet
Humidity
70%
relative
Sky
52%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Gold Coast weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 21°C / 71°F | 173 mm | 70% | 52% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 21°C / 70°F | 151 mm | 73% | 51% |
| March | 28°C / 82°F | 20°C / 68°F | 168 mm | 77% | 55% |
| April | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 76 mm | 75% | 44% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 54 mm | 73% | 44% |
| June | 20°C / 68°F | 12°C / 53°F | 83 mm | 76% | 49% |
| July | 20°C / 68°F | 10°C / 51°F | 32 mm | 72% | 36% |
| August | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 51°F | 40 mm | 67% | 29% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 14°C / 56°F | 25 mm | 66% | 32% |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 16°C / 61°F | 67 mm | 67% | 43% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 19°C / 66°F | 67 mm | 65% | 44% |
| December | 30°C / 85°F | 20°C / 68°F | 115 mm | 68% | 52% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is January a good time to visit Gold Coast?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Gold Coast →Other Australia cities in January
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Gold Coast in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Gold Coast?
January is one of the wetter months in Gold Coast, with about 173 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Gold Coast in January?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 21°C (71°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gold Coast in January?
Gold Coast typically gets around 173 mm of rain in January — very wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Gold Coast (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.