Beach Weather in Coolangatta Beach, Gold Coast, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Coolangatta Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 27° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 64%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 24kmh from the North-Northeast. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Coolangatta Beach faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 06:47 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 73% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Coolangatta Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 27° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.2mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 44%.

COOLANGATTA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 20° 24° 26° 27° 25° 24°
47% 54% 75% 81% 63% 73% 73% 51%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 24° 27° 27° 27° 25° 24°
88% 51% 80% 25% 75% 35% 25% 17%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 22° 27° 28° 28° 26° 24°
46% 45% 13% 25% 33% 6% 75% 80%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 24° 21° 22° 21° 22°
55% 83% 100% 97% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.2mm 0.4mm 0.7mm 1.7mm 1.7mm 0.5mm 0.8mm 1.5mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 25° 26° 27° 25° 24°
98% 95% 87% 76% 44% 40% 62% 76%
0.9mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 24° 27° 29° 28° 26° 25°
82% 82% 29% 5% 9% 9% 8% 58%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Thu 15th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 25° 26° 26° 25° 24°
92% 99% 96% 89% 84% 74% 66% 74%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
6.4s 6.5s 6.7s 7.0s 7.2s 7.3s 7.3s 7.3s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
16
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
7.4s 7.5s 7.6s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 7.9s 8.0s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
18
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
0.6m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.7m
8.1s 8.2s 8.3s 8.3s 8.4s 8.4s 8.4s 8.5s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
40
kmh
43
kmh
42
kmh
37
kmh
0.9m
1.1m
1.4m
1.4m
1.2m
1.4m
1.7m
1.3m
8.5s 8.4s 8.4s 8.4s 8.3s 7.9s 7.9s 8.0s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.5m
1.5m
1.1m
0.9m
8.8s 8.8s 8.7s 8.6s 8.5s 8.4s 8.4s 8.3s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
20
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
8.4s 8.4s 8.4s 9.3s 9.7s 9.7s 9.7s 9.5s
Thu 15th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
36
kmh
42
kmh
44
kmh
44
kmh
44
kmh
47
kmh
47
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
1.0m
1.0m
0.7m
0.4m
9.2s 9.0s 9.0s 9.0s 8.2s 9.9s 9.6s 8.7s
Fri 9th January
12:18 AM 5:58 AM 12:17 PM 6:57 PM
1.30 0.60 1.49 0.39
Sat 10th January
1:21 AM 7:10 AM 1:13 PM 7:48 PM
1.31 0.64 1.35 0.38
Sun 11th January
2:29 AM 8:35 AM 2:19 PM 8:44 PM
1.36 0.64 1.25 0.36
Mon 12th January
3:35 AM 9:55 AM 3:27 PM 9:39 PM
1.45 0.61 1.22 0.36
Tue 13th January
4:32 AM 10:59 AM 4:28 PM 10:29 PM
1.55 0.55 1.23 0.37
Wed 14th January
5:19 AM 11:49 AM 5:19 PM 11:11 PM
1.66 0.52 1.27 0.39
Thu 15th January
5:59 AM 12:30 PM 6:00 PM 11:46 PM
1.76 0.51 1.32 0.41
Fri 9th January
27°
0.1mm
11kmh E
64%
Sat 10th January
27°
0.2mm
19kmh NNE
49%
Sun 11th January
28°
0.0mm
14kmh NNE
40%
Mon 12th January
24°
7.5mm
26kmh S
91%
Tue 13th January
27°
1.6mm
10kmh ENE
72%
Wed 14th January
29°
0.1mm
12kmh ENE
35%
Thu 15th January
26°
0.6mm
31kmh SSE
84%
Fri 16th January
25°
0.8mm
33kmh SSE
68%
Sat 17th January
25°
0.6mm
36kmh SSE
82%
Sun 18th January
25°
1.2mm
35kmh SSE
80%
Mon 19th January
26°
0.8mm
35kmh SSE
70%
Tue 20th January
24°
2.4mm
39kmh SSE
88%
Wed 21st January
23°
8.8mm
34kmh SE
95%
Thu 22nd January
26°
7.8mm
12kmh ENE
80%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 26° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 25° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 13 days of light rain with an average of 2.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 71%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Coolangatta Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Coolangatta Beach, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Last Updated August 2024 by Sam Lawson

Coolangatta Beach is one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches on the Gold Coast in Queensland. Boasting a wide sandy beach with a laid-back atmosphere and stunning ocean views, Coolangatta Beach is the perfect destination for those looking to unwind and soak up the sun. Popular with surfers and families alike, there are plenty of facilities and helpful lifeguards patrolling the beach.

Beach Type

Coolangatta Beach is known for its soft, powdery white sand that stretches along the coastline. The clear blue waters are ideal for swimming and surfing. Given the wavey conditions the beach isn't recommended for snorkeling or diving. The wide expanse of sand is ideal for sunbathers, families and kids.

Beach Activities

Some popular beach activities at Coolangatta Beach include:

  1. Surfing: The beach offers fantastic surfing conditions with consistent waves that cater to both beginners and experienced surfers.
  2. Swimming: With its gentle waves and patrolled swimming areas, Coolangatta Beach is perfect for a safe swim with family or friends.
  3. Beach Volleyball: Enjoy a game of beach volleyball on the soft sand with friends or fellow beachgoers.
  4. Sunbathing & Relaxation: Stretch out on a towel or beach chair and soak up the sun while listening to the calming sound of waves crashing against the shore.

Accommodations

Coolangatta Beach offers various accommodation options ranging from luxury resorts to budget-friendly hotels. Some recommendations include:

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Coolangatta Beach, consider staying in one of these popular areas:

  1. Coolangatta Town Centre: Stay close to the beach and enjoy easy access to various cafes, restaurants, and shops.
  2. Kirra Beach: A quieter area just north of Coolangatta Beach, offering beautiful beachfront accommodations with stunning ocean views.
  3. Rainbow Bay: A peaceful neighborhood near Snapper Rocks, ideal for those looking for a more secluded stay.

Beach Amenities

Coolangatta Beach offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable beach experience:

  • Lifeguard patrols
  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Shaded picnic areas with BBQ facilities
  • Children's playground
  • Accessible ramps and walkways
  • Nearby cafes and restaurants
  • Rinsing stations near the road to remove sticky sand

Coolangatta Beach is a must-visit destination on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. With its powdery white sand, crystal-clear waters, fantastic surfing conditions, and numerous activities for visitors of all ages, it guarantees an unforgettable beach holiday experience.

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