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 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 32%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and strong at 38kmh from the South-Southeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Rainbow Bay Beach faces North-Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:12 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 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 6%.

RAINBOW BAY BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 24th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 13° 17° 19° 17° 14° 12°
82% 84% 9% 2% 84% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sat 25th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10° 15° 17° 17° 15° 14°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 3% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sun 26th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 11° 15° 17° 17° 15° 14°
5% 89% 2% 0% 0% 3% 5% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Mon 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 12° 16° 18° 18° 16° 15°
33% 75% 76% 76% 98% 69% 62% 92%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 0.4mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Tue 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 13° 13° 17° 19° 19° 16° 15°
67% 53% 76% 14% 86% 22% 43% 21%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 17° 20° 19° 16° 14°
15% 12% 13% 59% 81% 84% 88% 80%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 0.5mm 0.2mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 15° 18° 18° 16° 15°
80% 60% 76% 70% 58% 67% 77% 77%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Fri 24th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
28
kmh
33
kmh
38
kmh
35
kmh
28
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.6m
1.3m
1.2m
8.0s 8.0s 7.9s 7.9s 7.8s 7.8s 8.1s 8.2s
Sat 25th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
1.1m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
8.4s 8.3s 8.2s 8.1s 8.0s 8.0s 7.9s 7.9s
Sun 26th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
7.8s 7.7s 11.1s 11.1s 11.1s 11.2s 11.3s 11.3s
Mon 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
13
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
18
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
11.3s 11.0s 10.9s 10.9s 10.7s 10.6s 10.6s 10.8s
Tue 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
17
kmh
10
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
10.6s 10.4s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 10.3s 8.8s
Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
8.1s 6.4s 5.4s 5.3s 5.2s 5.2s 5.3s 5.5s
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
25
kmh
33
kmh
37
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
5.6s 5.8s 6.2s 6.3s 6.5s 6.5s 6.4s 6.2s
Fri 24th July
3:58 AM 9:16 AM 4:32 PM 11:53 PM
0.98 0.68 1.48 0.62
Sat 25th July
5:15 AM 10:26 AM 5:26 PM
0.99 0.68 1.54
Sun 26th July
12:36 AM 6:11 AM 11:24 AM 6:10 PM
0.54 1.04 0.64 1.61
Mon 27th July
1:11 AM 6:53 AM 12:12 PM 6:49 PM
0.47 1.10 0.59 1.67
Tue 28th July
1:41 AM 7:29 AM 12:54 PM 7:26 PM
0.39 1.18 0.53 1.73
Wed 29th July
2:10 AM 8:02 AM 1:33 PM 8:01 PM
0.33 1.25 0.47 1.76
Thu 30th July
2:40 AM 8:35 AM 2:11 PM 8:36 PM
0.29 1.32 0.43 1.77
Fri 24th July
19°
0.1mm
23kmh SSE
32%
Sat 25th July
17°
0.0mm
7kmh ESE
0%
Sun 26th July
17°
0.0mm
8kmh ESE
13%
Mon 27th July
18°
1.0mm
15kmh SE
72%
Tue 28th July
19°
0.6mm
17kmh SE
47%
Wed 29th July
20°
1.3mm
12kmh SSE
54%
Thu 30th July
18°
0.6mm
22kmh S
70%
Fri 31st July
16°
15.9mm
21kmh SSW
93%
Sat 1st August
18°
5.9mm
20kmh SSE
90%
Sun 2nd August
19°
1.5mm
20kmh SSE
59%
Mon 3rd August
20°
0.1mm
17kmh SSE
27%
Tue 4th August
16°
5.2mm
19kmh S
87%
Wed 5th August
16°
8.9mm
17kmh SE
93%
Thu 6th August
17°
2.3mm
11kmh SE
80%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 12 days of light rain with an average of 3.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 58%.

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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