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 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 41%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and very strong at 50kmh from the South. The strong 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 05:39 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% may make the sunset not viewable.

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

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today, Sunday will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 41%.

RAINBOW BAY BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 15th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 19° 19° 19° 16° 15°
13% 6% 5% 7% 28% 100% 100% 69%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Mon 16th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 11° 16° 18° 19° 16° 14°
70% 73% 88% 77% 30% 17% 0% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Tue 17th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 18° 20° 19° 16° 15°
10% 6% 0% 0% 16% 20% 10% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Wed 18th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 19° 22° 21° 18° 17°
45% 26% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Thu 19th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 14° 13° 20° 24° 24° 21° 18°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Fri 20th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 16° 21° 24° 23° 21° 20°
0% 1% 2% 1% 3% 4% 20% 19%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sat 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 22° 25° 25° 22° 19°
61% 36% 6% 1% 9% 7% 3% 52%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sun 15th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
25
kmh
42
kmh
49
kmh
50
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.9m
1.4m
1.5m
1.6m
6.6s 6.5s 8.3s 7.9s 15.2s 8.7s 8.6s 8.8s
Mon 16th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
47
kmh
38
kmh
32
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
26
kmh
19
kmh
1.1m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
1.1m
0.5m
0.4m
10.2s 10.4s 10.5s 11.0s 11.3s 8.7s 11.3s 11.1s
Tue 17th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
9
kmh
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
0.6m
0.4m
0.1m
10.9s 10.7s 10.4s 10.3s 10.3s 10.4s 10.5s 10.5s
Wed 18th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
10.5s 10.6s 10.7s 10.5s 10.4s 10.3s 10.2s 10.1s
Thu 19th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
26
kmh
1.1m
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
10.1s 10.2s 10.4s 10.5s 9.7s 10.2s 10.2s 7.3s
Fri 20th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
24
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
40
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
0.5m
0.4m
6.3s 6.5s 6.3s 6.1s 8.5s 7.0s 7.8s 6.4s
Sat 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
22
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
5.4s 5.9s 6.2s 6.0s 7.0s 7.5s 6.3s 5.8s
Sun 15th September
5:43 AM 11:27 AM 6:04 PM
1.20 0.30 1.80
Mon 16th September
12:38 AM 6:30 AM 12:20 PM 6:50 PM
0.20 1.30 0.20 1.80
Tue 17th September
1:18 AM 7:14 AM 1:09 PM 7:34 PM
0.10 1.40 0.10 1.80
Wed 18th September
1:55 AM 7:56 AM 1:56 PM 8:16 PM
0.10 1.50 0.10 1.80
Thu 19th September
2:33 AM 8:38 AM 2:43 PM 8:58 PM
0.10 1.60 0.10 1.70
Fri 20th September
3:09 AM 9:21 AM 3:30 PM 9:39 PM
0.10 1.60 0.10 1.60
Sat 21st September
3:46 AM 10:05 AM 4:20 PM 10:21 PM
0.20 1.60 0.20 1.40
Sun 15th September
20°
0.1mm
20kmh SE
41%
Mon 16th September
19°
0.0mm
21kmh S
44%
Tue 17th September
20°
0.0mm
13kmh ESE
9%
Wed 18th September
22°
0.0mm
16kmh NNE
8%
Thu 19th September
25°
0.0mm
11kmh NNE
0%
Fri 20th September
24°
0.0mm
18kmh NNE
6%
Sat 21st September
26°
0.1mm
18kmh NNW
21%
Sun 22nd September
25°
0.0mm
12kmh ENE
3%
Mon 23rd September
22°
0.0mm
21kmh ESE
21%
Tue 24th September
22°
0.0mm
17kmh NE
52%
Wed 25th September
23°
0.0mm
22kmh N
51%
Thu 26th September
22°
3.5mm
22kmh ESE
73%
Fri 27th September
18°
27.2mm
7kmh WSW
93%
Sat 28th September
23°
0.0mm
6kmh NE
6%

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 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 4 days of moderate rain with an average of 7.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 31%.

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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