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March is a wet month in Gold Coast

Climate Overview

Gold Coast, Australia in March has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on about 17 days this month, totalling around 216 mm. Sea temperature reaches 25.9°C (79°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout March, with daily highs around 26°C (79°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 10.5h of sunshine at the start of March, decreasing to 8.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 27.1°C (81°F).

Compared to February, this month is about 1°C cooler with 4 more rainy days.

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Monthly March Averages

Temperature
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
29°C / 24°C
Rain
17 days · 216 mm
Sunshine
9.4h / day
Humidity
80% — Very Humid
Wind
17 km/h
Wind Direction
SE (126°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
12.2 h
Cloud Cover
58%
Clear Sky Days
1.9
UV Index
6.1 — High
Sea Temperature
26°C
Dew Point
20°C — Muggy
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:48
Daylight 12.3h
Sunset 18:06

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Good
Temp
27°C / 22°C
Feels Like
31°C / 25°C
Rain
14days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
8.4 Very High
February
Good
Temp
27°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 25°C
Rain
13days (149 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
8.2 Very High
March
Wet
Temp
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
29°C / 24°C
Rain
17days (216 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
6.1 High
April best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 19°C
Feels Like
25°C / 20°C
Rain
10days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.9 High
May best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 17°C
Feels Like
22°C / 17°C
Rain
9days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
4.5 Moderate
June
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 14°C
Feels Like
19°C / 13°C
Rain
6days (48 mm) Good
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
4.1 Moderate
July
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 14°C
Feels Like
18°C / 12°C
Rain
6days (37 mm) Good
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
4.3 Moderate
August best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 14°C
Feels Like
20°C / 13°C
Rain
5days (40 mm) Good
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 16°C
Feels Like
23°C / 16°C
Rain
6days (36 mm) Good
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
October best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 18°C
Feels Like
25°C / 19°C
Rain
11days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
7.8 Very High
November
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 20°C
Feels Like
28°C / 21°C
Rain
11days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
7.9 Very High
December
Good
Temp
27°C / 21°C
Feels Like
30°C / 24°C
Rain
12days (98 mm) Wet
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
8.9 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 27°C / 22°C 31°C / 25°C 14days (101 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 78% Humid 8.4 Very High Good View Details
February 27°C / 22°C 30°C / 25°C 13days (149 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 78% Humid 8.2 Very High Good View Details
March 26°C / 22°C 29°C / 24°C 17days (216 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 80% Humid 6.1 High Wet View Details
April best 24°C / 19°C 25°C / 20°C 10days (57 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 76% Humid 5.9 High Excellent View Details
May best 22°C / 17°C 22°C / 17°C 9days (71 mm) Wet 8.7h Good 75% Muggy 4.5 Moderate Excellent View Details
June 20°C / 14°C 19°C / 13°C 6days (48 mm) Good 8.6h Good 74% Muggy 4.1 Moderate Excellent View Details
July 20°C / 14°C 18°C / 12°C 6days (37 mm) Good 8.6h Good 73% Muggy 4.3 Moderate Excellent View Details
August best 21°C / 14°C 20°C / 13°C 5days (40 mm) Good 9.6h Good 71% Muggy 5.3 High Excellent View Details
September best 22°C / 16°C 23°C / 16°C 6days (36 mm) Good 10.3h Excellent 73% Muggy 6.9 High Excellent View Details
October best 24°C / 18°C 25°C / 19°C 11days (111 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 76% Humid 7.8 Very High Excellent View Details
November 25°C / 20°C 28°C / 21°C 11days (103 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 75% Muggy 7.9 Very High Excellent View Details
December 27°C / 21°C 30°C / 24°C 12days (98 mm) Wet 11.6h Excellent 77% Humid 8.9 Very High Good View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoesBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

March is typically wet for visiting Gold Coast, with average highs of 26°C (79°F) and around 17 rainy days. Gold Coast, Australia in March has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on about 17 days this m
Gold Coast typically sees around 17 rainy days in March with 216 mm (8.5 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Gold Coast during March, around 22°C (71°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 22°C (71°F) in March, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
March is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Gold Coast. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Gold Coast during March is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Gold Coast gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in March, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Gold Coast during March based on 10-year climate averages.

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