Gold Coast Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Gold Coast. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Gold Coast has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1121 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Gold Coast can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 167 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast September, experiences much drier conditions, with 45 mm of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.

February, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 22°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Gold Coast Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Australia

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Gold Coast’s average annual precipitation is 1121 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages [964 mm], with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Gold Coast:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

For more detailed information about Gold Coast’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gold Coast Climate page.