Surfers Paradise 2024 Climate Summary
Surfers Paradise'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 11.5°C lows in the coldest months to 28.5°C highs in summer, creating a seasonal temperature swing of 6.7°C.
Rainfall patterns show Apr as the wettest month with 236mm, while Jun receives just 10mm. Annual rainfall totals 1534mm, spread across an average of 155 rain days.
Compared to the Queensland average, Surfers Paradise is 2.0°C cooler. Its annual rainfall of 1534mm is typical of the region's climate patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Surfers Paradise. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Surfers Paradise'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 Surfers Paradise's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Surfers Paradise reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 25.1°C, while the average minimum is 17.6°C. This 7.5°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Surfers Paradise showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 1534mm, 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 | 28.5 | 22.6 | 195 | 22 | 20.5 | 67% |
| February | 28.4 | 22.1 | 139 | 16 | 21.2 | 63% |
| March | 26.3 | 20.8 | 214 | 19 | 17.3 | 63% |
| April | 25.0 | 18.4 | 236 | 15 | 15.3 | 62% |
| May | 22.1 | 15.6 | 46 | 12 | 12.4 | 60% |
| June | 21.6 | 11.5 | 10 | 3 | 12.6 | 43% |
| July | 20.1 | 11.6 | 48 | 7 | 12.7 | 48% |
| August | 23.4 | 15.0 | 92 | 6 | 14.9 | 52% |
| September | 25.1 | 14.9 | 68 | 10 | 19.4 | 44% |
| October | 25.2 | 16.8 | 82 | 11 | 21.4 | 52% |
| November | 26.9 | 20.1 | 227 | 18 | 21.3 | 61% |
| December | 28.2 | 21.4 | 176 | 16 | 24.5 | 62% |