Beach Weather in Rainbow Bay Beach, Gold Coast, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Rainbow Bay Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 20%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and light at 14kmh from the West-Northwest. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Rainbow Bay Beach faces North-Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:00 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Rainbow Bay Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 14%.

RAINBOW BAY BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 24th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 16° 20° 24° 25° 21° 19°
26% 29% 44% 36% 14% 3% 2% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Sun 25th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 16° 20° 26° 26° 20° 19°
7% 7% 9% 10% 11% 9% 8% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Mon 26th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 21° 23° 24° 20° 19°
5% 4% 6% 7% 8% 11% 6% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Tue 27th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 22° 27° 24° 17° 16°
5% 8% 49% 16% 66% 57% 68% 19%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Wed 28th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 14° 13° 16° 21° 22° 18° 16°
9% 7% 8% 7% 10% 16% 25% 26%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Thu 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 13° 16° 19° 19° 18° 16°
47% 43% 42% 47% 25% 8% 33% 39%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Fri 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 14° 17° 20° 21° 19° 17°
30% 13% 4% 4% 13% 52% 78% 59%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
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Sat 24th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
9.2s 9.1s 9.0s 9.0s 9.2s 9.8s 10.0s 9.9s
Sun 25th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
17
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
4
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
9.9s 9.8s 9.8s 9.8s 9.7s 9.7s 9.7s 9.7s
Mon 26th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
27
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
9.6s 9.5s 9.4s 9.3s 9.2s 9.2s 9.1s 9.1s
Tue 27th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
0.8m
1.6m
1.5m
1.6m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
9.0s 9.0s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 9.0s 9.0s 9.0s
Wed 28th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
28
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
9.1s 9.2s 9.4s 9.7s 9.7s 9.8s 9.9s 10.0s
Thu 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
0.8m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
0.7m
0.9m
10.0s 10.5s 10.5s 10.5s 10.6s 10.6s 10.5s 10.6s
Fri 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
10.6s 10.7s 10.7s 10.9s 13.0s 12.1s 10.9s 10.9s
Sat 24th May
11:36 AM 6:04 PM
0.24 1.97
Sun 25th May
12:25 AM 6:17 AM 12:24 PM 6:56 PM
0.43 1.67 0.24 2.07
Mon 26th May
1:25 AM 7:13 AM 1:10 PM 7:47 PM
0.39 1.58 0.28 2.13
Tue 27th May
2:23 AM 8:07 AM 1:55 PM 8:37 PM
0.40 1.50 0.36 2.15
Wed 28th May
3:20 AM 9:00 AM 2:39 PM 9:26 PM
0.44 1.42 0.45 2.14
Thu 29th May
4:16 AM 9:52 AM 3:23 PM 10:14 PM
0.49 1.36 0.55 2.09
Fri 30th May
5:10 AM 10:44 AM 4:07 PM 11:01 PM
0.55 1.32 0.63 2.02
Sat 24th May
25°
0.0mm
9kmh WSW
20%
Sun 25th May
26°
0.0mm
3kmh WSW
8%
Mon 26th May
26°
0.0mm
6kmh N
6%
Tue 27th May
28°
0.0mm
18kmh WNW
36%
Wed 28th May
22°
0.0mm
10kmh WSW
13%
Thu 29th May
20°
0.0mm
4kmh S
35%
Fri 30th May
21°
0.0mm
6kmh SSW
31%
Sat 31st May
22°
0.4mm
14kmh SE
68%
Sun 1st June
21°
0.2mm
12kmh SE
66%
Mon 2nd June
22°
6.1mm
12kmh NE
83%
Tue 3rd June
22°
4.7mm
21kmh W
37%
Wed 4th June
22°
0.0mm
15kmh WSW
25%
Thu 5th June
17°
0.0mm
17kmh S
31%
Fri 6th June
19°
0.0mm
17kmh S
27%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 4 days of light rain with an average of 2.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 35%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Rainbow Bay Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Rainbow Bay Beach, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Rainbow Bay Beach is a beautiful coastal destination located on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. It is an idyllic spot for beach goers and adventure enthusiasts alike. With its picturesque views and vibrant atmosphere, it's no wonder that visitors from all around the world flock to this stunning location.

Beach Type

Rainbow Bay Beach boasts powdery white sand that feels soft underfoot, making it perfect for long walks or just lounging in the sun. The crystal-clear water is ideal for swimming, as well as snorkeling and diving due to its rocky areas and nearby reef. These underwater attractions provide an excellent habitat for a variety of marine life, making it a popular spot for those who enjoy exploring beneath the waves.

Beach Activities

Rainbow Bay Beach offers numerous activities that cater to different interests and preferences. Some popular activities include:

  • Surfing: Rainbow Bay is renowned for its consistent waves, making it a popular destination for surfers of all skill levels.
  • Snorkeling and diving: With its rocky terrain and nearby reef, Rainbow Bay provides excellent opportunities to observe marine life up close.
  • Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP): If you're looking for a more relaxed way to explore the waters, SUP can be an enjoyable activity at Rainbow Bay.
  • Beach volleyball: Rainbow Bay's wide stretch of sand provides ample space to set up a game of beach volleyball with friends or fellow travelers.
  • Sunbathing: Of course, one of the main appeals of any beach holiday is the chance to soak up some sun on the pristine sands.

Accommodations

There are several accommodations options available near Rainbow Bay Beach. Some popular beachfront hotels include:

  1. Greenmount Hotel: This 3-star hotel offers comfortable rooms with ocean views and a range of amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool, spa facilities, and an on-site restaurant.
  2. Rainbow Bay Backpackers: A budget-friendly option, Rainbow Bay Backpackers provides dormitory-style accommodations and a communal kitchen for guests to use.

Areas to Stay In

When choosing an area to stay in near Rainbow Bay Beach, consider the following options:

  • Coolangatta: Located just a short walk from Rainbow Bay Beach, Coolangatta offers a variety of accommodations, restaurants, and shops. It's an excellent choice for those who want easy access to Rainbow Bay while also enjoying the conveniences of a bustling town.
  • Tweed Heads: Just across the border in New South Wales, Tweed Heads is another great option for those looking to stay close to Rainbow Bay Beach. It offers a range of accommodations and amenities while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere.

Beach Amenities

Rainbow Bay Beach provides various amenities for visitors to enjoy, such as:

  • Lifeguard services during peak seasons
  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Picnic areas and barbecue facilities
  • Children's playground
  • Ample parking spaces near the beach

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