Coolangatta in October
October is right in the heart of spring for Coolangatta, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
Daytime highs average 24.1 degrees, dropping to 15.9 degrees overnight. That's a 8-degree swing between day and night. That's solidly pleasant territory. Great for being outdoors.
October's temperature is very close to the annual average for Coolangatta.
Rainfall in October averages 141mm over about 16 days. That means roughly a 53% chance of rain on any given day, so definitely bring rain gear.
Solar exposure averages 21.5 MJ/m2 per day in October, with UV levels in the extreme range. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.
Our Comfort Score rates October at 9.4/10. That's about as good as it gets.
For your suitcase: t-shirts with a light layer for evenings, waterproof gear, and serious sun protection.
Check the data table below for the full picture, or compare Coolangatta in October with another destination.
October at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in October. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Comfortable casual wear suitable for warm days
- Proper rain gear for frequent showers
- Strong sun protection including a hat and SPF 50+
Coming From Overseas?
How October in Coolangatta stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 8 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 5 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 2 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How October Compares
Coolangatta's monthly climate at a glance. October is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.9 | 21.9 | 252mm | 5.3 |
| Feb | 28.1 | 21.2 | 166mm | 5.9 |
| Mar | 25.8 | 19.8 | 236mm | 6.6 |
| Apr | 24.5 | 16.9 | 252mm | 7.5 |
| May | 21.6 | 14.2 | 80mm | 6.8 |
| Jun | 20.7 | 10.6 | 24mm | 7.6 |
| Jul | 19.5 | 10.6 | 63mm | 6.5 |
| Aug | 22.3 | 13.9 | 134mm | 7.9 |
| Sep | 23.6 | 14.2 | 112mm | 9.6 |
| Oct | 24.1 | 15.9 | 141mm | 9.4 |
| Nov | 26.0 | 19.6 | 200mm | 7.1 |
| Dec | 27.6 | 21.1 | 137mm | 6.9 |