Verdict: Excellent month
Gold Coast Weather in August
August hits the sweet spot in Gold Coast — highs around 22°C (72°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 6 wet days in a typical year. Overall, August is one of the best months of the year to be in Gold Coast.
Average high
22°C / 72°F
Average low
13°C / 55°F
Rain days
~6
Precipitation
44 mm
What to pack for Gold Coast in August
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
August against the rest of the year
Warmest in Gold Coast: Jan (27°C / 81°F) · Coolest: Jul (20°C / 68°F) · Wettest: Jan (~19 rain days)
27°
22°
Jan
27°
22°
Feb
27°
21°
Mar
25°
18°
Apr
22°
15°
May
21°
13°
Jun
20°
12°
Jul
22°
13°
Aug
24°
15°
Sep
25°
17°
Oct
26°
19°
Nov
27°
21°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)