Beach Weather in Coolangatta Beach, Gold Coast, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Coolangatta Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 1.5mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 66%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and strong at 34kmh from the South-Southeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Coolangatta Beach faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 05:24 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 74% 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 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 2 days of light rain with an average of 2.2mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 1.5mm of rain and Sunday will have 2.9mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 65%.

COOLANGATTA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 15° 14° 18° 19° 18° 16° 15°
56% 50% 77% 84% 56% 81% 74% 56%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 0.6mm 0.2mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 16° 19° 17° 16° 16°
55% 97% 80% 0% 83% 56% 54% 91%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.6mm 0.5mm 1.4mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 15° 17° 19° 18° 15° 16°
94% 94% 89% 71% 70% 80% 55% 94%
0.7mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.7mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 17° 19° 19° 16° 15°
81% 76% 95% 78% 80% 10% 84% 64%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 13° 13° 17° 18° 17° 15° 14°
56% 36% 66% 83% 64% 67% 62% 53%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.6mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 16° 18° 18° 16° 15°
52% 72% 84% 76% 81% 81% 35% 33%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 21st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 16° 19° 19° 17° 16°
35% 16% 10% 9% 8% 13% 18% 32%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
34
kmh
33
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
7.0s 7.1s 6.6s 8.6s 8.5s 8.4s 8.4s 8.1s
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
35
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
1.1m
8.4s 7.2s 7.3s 7.4s 8.2s 8.4s 8.6s 9.6s
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
39
kmh
36
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
1.1m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
15.2s 14.8s 14.5s 14.3s 14.0s 13.9s 13.7s 13.4s
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
35
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
34
kmh
33
kmh
34
kmh
29
kmh
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
13.5s 7.4s 7.4s 7.4s 7.3s 7.2s 7.1s 7.0s
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
0.6m
0.8m
1.1m
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
6.9s 6.8s 6.8s 6.9s 7.1s 7.3s 7.2s 7.1s
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
22
kmh
16
kmh
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
7.0s 6.8s 6.8s 6.9s 6.9s 6.9s 6.9s 6.9s
Fri 21st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
6.9s 6.9s 6.9s 6.8s 6.7s 6.8s 6.9s 6.9s
Sat 15th August
3:25 AM 9:37 AM 3:30 PM 9:39 PM
0.10 1.62 0.32 1.71
Sun 16th August
3:57 AM 10:18 AM 4:15 PM 10:15 PM
0.17 1.62 0.43 1.53
Mon 17th August
4:27 AM 11:00 AM 5:04 PM 10:50 PM
0.26 1.60 0.55 1.35
Tue 18th August
4:57 AM 11:45 AM 6:00 PM 11:26 PM
0.36 1.55 0.68 1.16
Wed 19th August
5:27 AM 12:38 PM 7:21 PM
0.46 1.50 0.77
Thu 20th August
12:11 AM 6:00 AM 1:43 PM 9:31 PM
1.00 0.57 1.46 0.78
Fri 21st August
1:32 AM 6:45 AM 2:59 PM 11:10 PM
0.87 0.66 1.45 0.69
Sat 15th August
20°
1.5mm
20kmh S
66%
Sun 16th August
19°
2.9mm
24kmh SSE
64%
Mon 17th August
19°
1.9mm
26kmh SE
80%
Tue 18th August
19°
0.2mm
23kmh SE
71%
Wed 19th August
19°
1.3mm
18kmh SSE
60%
Thu 20th August
19°
0.1mm
18kmh SSE
64%
Fri 21st August
19°
0.0mm
10kmh E
17%
Sat 22nd August
20°
0.0mm
12kmh NW
36%
Sun 23rd August
23°
0.0mm
6kmh SE
9%
Mon 24th August
19°
0.0mm
15kmh SE
11%
Tue 25th August
21°
0.0mm
10kmh SE
1%
Wed 26th August
21°
0.0mm
13kmh NNE
0%
Thu 27th August
25°
0.0mm
18kmh NNW
3%
Fri 28th August
21°
0.0mm
12kmh ENE
30%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 1.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 37%.

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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