October 21 is generally a great time to visit Gold Coast. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 24°C weather. Gold Coast is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Gold Coast
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Gold Coast Weather Forecast for October 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Gold Coast in October
Based on historical data for October 21, Gold Coast typically experiences temperatures between 17.5°C and 24°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Gold Coast
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
24°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
17.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
24.6°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 1.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
45%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1017.2 hPa
Medium volatility
Gold Coast Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 09:30
16:00 - 17:00
Type I-II
🔴 15 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 23 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 38 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.1°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
Busy
68/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~48
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gold Coast
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:05
☀️ Noon
11:32
🌇 Sunset
17:58
⏱️ Daylight
12h 52m
Wind Speed
16.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Gold Coast
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Gold Coast on October 21 averages 24°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Gold Coast Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Gold Coast Worth Visiting on October 21?
Planning a trip to Gold Coast on October 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 24°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 48 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 22.6°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 15.7°C in 2021.