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Coolangatta Beach

4.8 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Coolangatta Beach is at Coolangatta, QLD, Australia in Gold Coast, Australia.

Coolangatta Beach at Coolangatta, QLD, Australia. Patrolled surf beach popular with locals and visitors. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

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At a glance

Water temperature
21 °C
Sea state
Moderate
Waves
1.18 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Gold Coast
Country
Australia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Coolangatta Beach?

Coolangatta, QLD, Australia

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Gold Coast, Australia

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

18/09
23°
13°
Wind 15 km/h
UV index 7
19/09
24°
13°
Wind 15 km/h
UV index 7
20/09
24°
14°
Wind 17 km/h
UV index 7
21/09
24°
15°
Wind 16 km/h
UV index 8
22/09
23°
15°
Wind 21 km/h
UV index 6
23/09
21°
17°
Wind 20 km/h
UV index 3
24/09
20°
16°
Wind 16 km/h
UV index 5

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
25.1°
Feb
25.8°
Mar
25.9°
Apr
24.7°
May
23.4°
Jun
21.8°
Jul
20.3°
Aug
20.3°
Sep
21°
Oct
21.6°
Nov
21.2°
Dec
23.5°

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