Byron Bay & the Gold Coast
A lighthouse at the most easterly point of the mainland with whales passing below in season, surf breaks that built the town's whole identity, and a hinterland of rainforest hiding waterfalls a short drive back from the beach.
The best time to visit Byron Bay & the Gold Coast is Sep–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 24°C (76°F). Local time there is 22:46 (UTC+10).
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The year at a glance
January · high 27°C · rain 128mm · 13.7h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 128mm5.0in | 13.7h13.7h | in the recommended window |
| February | 27°C81°F | 288mm11.3in | 13.1h13.1h | in the recommended window |
| March | 27°C80°F | 217mm8.5in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| April | 25°C76°F | 106mm4.2in | 11.4h11.4h | in the recommended window |
| May | 22°C71°F | 130mm5.1in | 10.7h10.7h | |
| June | 20°C69°F | 45mm1.8in | 10.4h10.4h | |
| July | 20°C68°F | 84mm3.3in | 10.5h10.5h | |
| August | 21°C70°F | 29mm1.1in | 11.1h11.1h | |
| September | 23°C73°F | 48mm1.9in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| October | 24°C76°F | 90mm3.5in | 12.8h12.8h | in the recommended window |
| November | 25°C78°F | 88mm3.5in | 13.6h13.6h | in the recommended window |
| December | 27°C81°F | 151mm5.9in | 13.9h13.9h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Byron Bay & the Gold Coast?
The best time to visit Byron Bay & the Gold Coast is Sep–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 24°C (76°F).
How warm does Byron Bay & the Gold Coast get?
Typical daytime highs in Byron Bay & the Gold Coast are Mar–May 24°C (76°F), Jun–Aug 21°C (69°F), Sep–Nov 24°C (75°F), Dec–Feb 27°C (81°F).
Is Byron Bay & the Gold Coast expensive?
On the ground, Byron Bay & the Gold Coast is middling.
What sort of trip is Byron Bay & the Gold Coast good for?
Byron Bay & the Gold Coast is good for beach and sun holidays, nature and scenery, relaxing holidays, food and drink.
How rainy is Byron Bay & the Gold Coast?
The wettest month in Byron Bay & the Gold Coast is February at 288mm (11.3in), the driest August at 29mm (1.1in), with a monthly average of 117mm (4.6in).
What plug do I need for Byron Bay & the Gold Coast?
Byron Bay & the Gold Coast uses type I sockets at 230 V.
