Beach Weather in Rainbow Bay Beach, Gold Coast, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Rainbow Bay Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 27° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 26° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 41%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 23kmh from the East. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Rainbow Bay Beach faces North-Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:47 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 Rainbow Bay 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 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.2mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.2mm of rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 38%.

RAINBOW BAY BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 22° 20° 25° 26° 26° 24° 22°
56% 70% 50% 73% 0% 1% 23% 56%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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
22° 23° 23° 24° 26° 26° 25° 23°
75% 86% 68% 69% 80% 54% 16% 80%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
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° 26° 27° 27° 25° 24°
75% 80% 80% 64% 7% 16% 29% 39%
0.0mm 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°
57% 30% 9% 2% 0% 0% 70% 65%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
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
23° 23° 23° 24° 25° 25° 24° 24°
100% 100% 100% 100% 94% 97% 100% 100%
0.4mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.4mm
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
23° 23° 23° 25° 27° 27° 25° 23°
100% 100% 99% 70% 67% 75% 64% 53%
0.6mm 0.5mm 0.4mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.6mm 0.3mm
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
23° 23° 24° 25° 26° 27° 25° 24°
71% 91% 84% 67% 78% 54% 72% 89%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
16
kmh
20
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
0.7m
1.0m
1.0m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
8.0s 5.9s 6.0s 8.1s 8.3s 8.6s 8.6s 8.5s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
13.3s 6.6s 13.2s 7.0s 7.2s 7.2s 7.3s 7.3s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
20
kmh
18
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
7.4s 7.5s 7.5s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 7.8s 8.0s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
21
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.1m
0.2m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
8.1s 8.2s 8.3s 8.3s 8.3s 8.4s 8.6s 8.7s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
41
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
25
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
0.8m
0.6m
0.4m
0.2m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.8s 8.8s 8.5s 8.4s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
8.3s 7.8s 7.6s 7.9s 8.2s 8.3s 8.3s 8.3s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.6m
0.5m
0.3m
0.2m
8.5s 8.8s 8.7s 8.7s 8.8s 9.1s 9.5s 9.7s
Thu 8th January
5:01 AM 11:30 AM 6:12 PM
0.54 1.65 0.41
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 8th January
26°
0.2mm
16kmh E
41%
Fri 9th January
26°
0.2mm
10kmh ENE
66%
Sat 10th January
27°
0.1mm
18kmh NNE
48%
Sun 11th January
29°
0.2mm
18kmh NNE
29%
Mon 12th January
26°
1.8mm
26kmh SSE
98%
Tue 13th January
27°
2.6mm
17kmh SE
78%
Wed 14th January
27°
0.7mm
14kmh E
75%
Thu 15th January
28°
2.6mm
15kmh SE
79%
Fri 16th January
26°
0.7mm
32kmh S
80%
Sat 17th January
29°
0.0mm
25kmh SSW
52%
Sun 18th January
27°
1.5mm
24kmh SSE
59%
Mon 19th January
26°
0.1mm
27kmh SSE
56%
Tue 20th January
27°
0.0mm
14kmh ENE
28%
Wed 21st January
28°
0.0mm
12kmh ENE
30%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 27° 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 11 days of very light rain with an average of 1.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 59%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Rainbow Bay Beach, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Rainbow Bay Beach is a beautiful coastal destination located on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. It is an idyllic spot for beach goers and adventure enthusiasts alike. With its picturesque views and vibrant atmosphere, it's no wonder that visitors from all around the world flock to this stunning location.

Beach Type

Rainbow Bay Beach boasts powdery white sand that feels soft underfoot, making it perfect for long walks or just lounging in the sun. The crystal-clear water is ideal for swimming, as well as snorkeling and diving due to its rocky areas and nearby reef. These underwater attractions provide an excellent habitat for a variety of marine life, making it a popular spot for those who enjoy exploring beneath the waves.

Beach Activities

Rainbow Bay Beach offers numerous activities that cater to different interests and preferences. Some popular activities include:

  • Surfing: Rainbow Bay is renowned for its consistent waves, making it a popular destination for surfers of all skill levels.
  • Snorkeling and diving: With its rocky terrain and nearby reef, Rainbow Bay provides excellent opportunities to observe marine life up close.
  • Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP): If you're looking for a more relaxed way to explore the waters, SUP can be an enjoyable activity at Rainbow Bay.
  • Beach volleyball: Rainbow Bay's wide stretch of sand provides ample space to set up a game of beach volleyball with friends or fellow travelers.
  • Sunbathing: Of course, one of the main appeals of any beach holiday is the chance to soak up some sun on the pristine sands.

Accommodations

There are several accommodations options available near Rainbow Bay Beach. Some popular beachfront hotels include:

  1. Greenmount Hotel: This 3-star hotel offers comfortable rooms with ocean views and a range of amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool, spa facilities, and an on-site restaurant.
  2. Rainbow Bay Backpackers: A budget-friendly option, Rainbow Bay Backpackers provides dormitory-style accommodations and a communal kitchen for guests to use.

Areas to Stay In

When choosing an area to stay in near Rainbow Bay Beach, consider the following options:

  • Coolangatta: Located just a short walk from Rainbow Bay Beach, Coolangatta offers a variety of accommodations, restaurants, and shops. It's an excellent choice for those who want easy access to Rainbow Bay while also enjoying the conveniences of a bustling town.
  • Tweed Heads: Just across the border in New South Wales, Tweed Heads is another great option for those looking to stay close to Rainbow Bay Beach. It offers a range of accommodations and amenities while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere.

Beach Amenities

Rainbow Bay Beach provides various amenities for visitors to enjoy, such as:

  • Lifeguard services during peak seasons
  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Picnic areas and barbecue facilities
  • Children's playground
  • Ample parking spaces near the beach

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