Hello, Gold Coast residents! As we step into the week of January 9, we are met with an intriguing mix of weather patterns that are sure to affect your daily plans. Let's dive into the details to help you prepare for an eventful few days ahead.
Expect a maximum temperature of 25°C (77°F) and a minimum of 21°C (70°F), making for a pleasantly warm day. The sky will be predominantly overcast with light rain showers expected throughout the day. In fact, you can expect chances of rain to peak at 100%, with a total precipitation of around 3.0 mm (0.12 inches).
Wind conditions will be relatively mild, with wind speeds reaching up to 9 mph (15 km/h) from the North-North-East (NNE), which makes it a great day to enjoy some outdoor activities, albeit with an umbrella in hand!
With a UV index peaking at 11, sun protection is advised. The day will feature approximately 11.8 hours of sunlight, while the sun will rise at 4:59 AM and set at 6:47 PM.
Moving on to Friday, the weather will remain somewhat consistent, with temperatures slightly dropping to a maximum of 24°C (76°F) and a minimum of 22°C (71°F). Rain showers are expected to linger, with 100% rain probability and similar precipitation amounts as Thursday.
Wind conditions will shift modestly, maintaining speeds of 9 mph (14 km/h), primarily from the East-North-East (ENE). With a 10.8 hours of sunlight available, this day will also feature beautiful dusk views as the sun rises at 5:00 AM and sets at 6:47 PM.
As we approach the weekend, temperatures will cool off a bit further, with a maximum of 23°C (73°F) and a minimum of 20°C (69°F). While rain showers should taper off, expect patchy rain with 100% certainty of light precipitation and a total rainfall up to 1.6 mm (0.06 inches).
Wind gusts could reach up to 16 mph (26 km/h) from the East-South-East (ESE). With about 9.8 hours of sunshine on Saturday, the sun will rise at 5:01 AM and set at 6:47 PM—a lovely day for family outings if the rain plays nice.
Throughout these days, expect a mix of light rain and occasional thunderstorms, which will keep the air humid and fresh. Humidity levels are expected to hover around 80%, adding a refreshing touch to the tropical atmosphere of the Gold Coast.
For those planning their outings or activities, keeping an eye on the weather is vital. For the next five days of weather, check Gold Coast Next 5 Days Weather, or for a detailed hour-by-hour forecast, visit Gold Coast Hour by Hour Weather.
Stay dry and enjoy your time on the Gold Coast, where the surf meets the sky!