Famous for its sun, surf and sand, the beautiful Gold Coast stretches along 57 kilometres of coastline. Gold Coast City spans across 1,402 square kilometres featuring 70 kilometres of sandy coast from South Stradbroke Island to Rainbow Bay.

The Gold Coast climate is described as sub-tropical with approx 287 days of sunshine annually.
Average Summer Temperatures (Dec-Feb): 19 to 29 degrees Celsius (66 to 83 degrees Fahrenheit).
Average Winter Temperatures (Jun-Sep): 9 to 21 degrees Celsius (48 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit).

Suitable Clothing, What to Wear
Casual resort wear and lightweight clothing is suitable attire for the Gold Coast's sub-tropical climate. You may need a jacket or pullover in the evening. If you're planning on doing any bushwalking through the National Parks, then a sturdy pair of comfortable hiking shoes are a must and if you're going to be spending a bit of time on the beach, then sun protective clothing, a broad brimmed hat, sunglasses and sunscreen will save you from sunburn.