December · Australia
Best time to visit Gold Coast in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Gold Coast in December
Average temperature 24°C, 15 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
10.0/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 15 mm
- Humidity
- 58%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Gold Coast scores 10.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 15 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Surf beaches run from Surfers Paradise to Burleigh Heads, with rainforest national parks a short drive inland.
December in Gold Coast — one of the year's strongest windows (4th)
With 24°C (75°F) on average, December delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
With around 15 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.5 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Gold Coast at 10/10 (4th of 12), just behind January at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Gold Coast in December?
- In December, Gold Coast averages 24°C, 15 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 10.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Gold Coast?
- December earns a 10.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Gold Coast in December?
- Expect about 15 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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