October weather forecast
Gold Coast, Australia

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Gold Coast, Australia, is an agreeable spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.7°C (72.9°F) and an average low of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in September - a still pleasant 22.7°C (72.9°F). In Gold Coast, Australia, the average low-temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Humidity

In Gold Coast, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In Gold Coast, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.4 rainfall days, and 338mm (13.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Gold Coast, in October, the average water temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).
Note: Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 22.8°C (73°F) water may be enjoyable. (FYI: The official water temperature required for the Olympic swimming competition is 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Gold Coast is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of October, in Gold Coast, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 6:04 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In Gold Coast, the average sunshine in October is 8.8h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in October interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in October in Gold Coast?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Gold Coast, Australia, is 22.7°C (72.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Gold Coast?

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in Gold Coast?

In Gold Coast, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in October in Gold Coast?

In October, the average sea temperature in Gold Coast is 22.8°C (73°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 22.8°C (73°F) water.

How many hours of daylight does Gold Coast have in October?

In Gold Coast, Australia, the average day length in October is 12h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Gold Coast?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 6:04 pm AEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gold Coast have in October?

In Gold Coast, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Gold Coast?

The months with the highest UV index in Gold Coast are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in October in Gold Coast?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average temperature in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average high temperature in October: 22.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

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Average pressure in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average pressure in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average pressure in October: 1018mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average wind speed in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average wind speed in October: 18.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.7km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average humidity in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average rainfall in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average rainfall in October: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average rainfall days in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average sea temperature in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in October: 22.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (21.4°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 46min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 53min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average sunshine days in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

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Average UV index in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average UV index in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average cloud cover in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in October
Gold Coast, Australia

Average visibility in October - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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