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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Oz Reviewly Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

🌤️20°C
Mainly clearMain BeachFeels like 21° · Wind 7 km/h · Humidity 72%
UV 6 HighSunrise 06:09Sunset 17:28
Today🌦️21°15°💧58%
Tue🌦️23°14°💧61%
Wed🌧️25°17°💧98%
Thu☁️22°16°💧31%
Fri🌤️21°15°💧37%
Sat21°14°💧41%
Sun🌦️21°15°💧31%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

The live forecast above shows the current temperature and conditions at Main Beach. Today follows a classic summer pattern: a gentle seabreeze picks up by late morning, making the surf zone comfortable. UV levels reach extreme by midday, so bring sunscreen and a hat.

What to expect from Main Beach weather today?

Main Beach sits on the Gold Coast, which means warm, humid conditions prevail from November to March. The live forecast above indicates the current wind direction — typically a light southerly swinging east‑northeasterly during the afternoon. Sea breezes keep the coast a few degrees cooler than inland suburbs. Check the Brisbane weather page for the broader region’s outlook, and for bom gold coast 7 day forecast data head to the Bureau’s site directly.

How does the weather change through the day?

Mornings are usually calm with light winds and low cloud burning off by 9 am. The seabreeze strengthens from late morning, peaking around 2–3 pm. This pattern makes early morning the best time for flat‑water activities. Swimmers should note that afternoon winds can create a choppy surface. For main beach weather hourly details, the live forecast above updates throughout the day.

BEACH TYPEOpen ocean with patrolled area
SUMMER MAX28–30°C (typical December–February)
UV INDEX PEAKExtreme (11+) between 10 am and 2 pm
WATER TEMP22–26°C year‑round
Is there a gold coast weather warning today?

Check the Bureau of Meteorology’s warning page for coastal hazards, severe storms or heatwave alerts. The Severe Weather Warning page on Oz Reviewly lists active warnings for the Gold Coast region, including Main Beach.

Where can I see the main beach weather radar?

The Bureau’s Mount Stapylton radar covers the Gold Coast and Main Beach. You can view it on the BOM website or use main beach weather radar as a search term on your favourite weather app.

How does Main Beach weather compare to Melbourne weather?

Main Beach is subtropical with warm, humid summers and mild winters. By contrast, Melbourne weather is cooler and more variable, with four distinct seasons and frequent cold fronts.