Coolangatta 2024 Climate Summary
Coolangatta's weather tells a compelling story across the seasons. The temperature and rainfall patterns provide valuable insight into what to expect throughout the year.
The temperature profile shows a range from 10.6°C lows in the coldest months to 28.1°C highs in summer, creating a seasonal temperature swing of 7.0°C.
Rainfall patterns show Jan as the wettest month with 252mm, while Jun receives just 24mm. Annual rainfall totals 1797mm, spread across an average of 180 rain days.
Coolangatta runs 2.8°C cooler than the Queensland average. The 1797mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Coolangatta. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Coolangatta's climate offers distinct seasonal advantages throughout the year.
Note on methodology: this page summarises 2024 observations only. Long-record climate trend analysis drawn from ACORN-SAT (1910 to present) is in development. For context on multi-decade change, see the BOM State of the Climate report.
Temperature Profile
Monthly maximum and minimum temperature ranges showing seasonal variation in Coolangatta's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Coolangatta reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 24.3°C, while the average minimum is 16.7°C. This 7.6°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Coolangatta showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 1797mm, distributed across the calendar year. The distribution pattern shows distinct wet and dry periods that influence local climate conditions.
Climate Summary Table
Complete monthly climate averages including temperature, precipitation, solar radiation, and humidity data.
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.9 | 21.9 | 252 | 25 | 20.1 | 69% |
| February | 28.1 | 21.2 | 166 | 19 | 21.1 | 65% |
| March | 25.8 | 19.8 | 236 | 22 | 16.6 | 65% |
| April | 24.5 | 16.9 | 252 | 14 | 15.1 | 64% |
| May | 21.6 | 14.2 | 80 | 18 | 12.2 | 65% |
| June | 20.7 | 10.6 | 24 | 7 | 12.5 | 49% |
| July | 19.5 | 10.6 | 63 | 8 | 12.6 | 51% |
| August | 22.3 | 13.9 | 134 | 9 | 14.7 | 58% |
| September | 23.6 | 14.2 | 112 | 10 | 19.4 | 52% |
| October | 24.1 | 15.9 | 141 | 16 | 21.5 | 57% |
| November | 26.0 | 19.6 | 200 | 19 | 21.6 | 65% |
| December | 27.6 | 21.1 | 137 | 13 | 24.7 | 65% |