Gold Coast in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Gold Coast (March, April, May) averages daytime highs of 24.5°C and lows of 18.1°C, with around 433.0mm of rain across the season (35 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (March, April, May).
In the southern hemisphere, autumn in Gold Coast covers March, April, May.
Autumn in Gold Coast month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 26.7°C | 20.7°C | 204.5mm | 16 | 8/10 |
| April | 24.8°C | 18.1°C | 81.6mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| May | 22.0°C | 15.4°C | 146.9mm | 9 | 9/10 |
What to pack for Gold Coast in autumn
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Gold Coast?
Autumn in Gold Coast rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 24.5°C with 433.0mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Gold Coast in autumn?
Daytime highs average 24.5°C (76.1°F) across March, April, May, with nights around 18.1°C.
What months are autumn in Gold Coast?
Gold Coast is in the southern hemisphere, so autumn covers March, April, May.
See also: best time to visit Gold Coast · Gold Coast annual climate · Gold Coast in spring · Gold Coast in summer · Gold Coast in winter
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Autumn in Gold Coast — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.