AI-generatedGladstone at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – May, Aug – Dec
- Warmest month
- Jan · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 27.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,760 h
- Rain a year
- 753 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+10
- Elevation
- 21 m
Climate in Gladstone
Gladstone has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. January is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while July is the coolest at 24 °C. With around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year, Gladstone is sunny; October is the sunniest month with 8.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Gladstone
The best time to visit Gladstone is from March to May and from August to December. In March, though, the cyclone season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from March to June and from September to December. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to September. The rainy season is from January to February; the wettest month is February with 123 mm.
Gladstone through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Gladstone in the dry season
Mar – Dec
Excellent
- 24–32 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 58 rainy days in all
Gladstone in the rainy season
Jan – Feb
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Mar – Jun, Sep – Dec
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jan – Feb
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: April – May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: March – May, August – December
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 24°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
05:2217:59
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:08–05:52 · evening 17:29–18:13
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:59–05:08 · evening 18:13–18:22
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Gladstone compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 29° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The sea warms from 23° to 24°. The days get 0.7 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 20° |
| Sea | 23° | 24° |
| Daylight | 12.3 h | 12.9 h |
What is the weather like in Gladstone in October?
In October, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 37 min05:22 – 17:59
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 9 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 35 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 11 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %91 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %92 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %88 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Gladstone
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and November bring similar holiday weather to Gladstone (score 94 and 93). In November, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in November. November has one more rainy day.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 94 | 93 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 21° |
| Sea | 23.4° | 25.1° |
| Sunshine | 8.5 h | 8.3 h |
| Rainy days | 6better | 7 |
| Rainfall | 44 mmbetter | 54 mm |
| Muggy days | 9better | 14 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Gladstone month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
79January32° · Sea 27° · 8.1 h
In January, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 12 days, totalling 109 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in January78February32° · Sea 28° · 7.3 h
In February, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 12 days, totalling 123 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in February85March31° · Sea 27° · 7.1 h
In March, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 90 mm in total. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in March91April29° · Sea 26° · 7.3 h
In April, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 62 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in April89May27° · Sea 23° · 6.8 h
In May, Gladstone is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 46 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in May77June24° · Sea 21° · 6.3 h
In June, Gladstone is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 39 mm in total. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in June72July24° · Sea 20° · 6.6 h
In July, Gladstone is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 37 mm in total. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in July82August25° · Sea 20° · 7.7 h
In August, Gladstone is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 27 mm in total. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in August88September28° · Sea 22° · 8.2 h
In September, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 23 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in September94October29° · Sea 23° · 8.5 h
In October, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in October93November31° · Sea 25° · 8.3 h
In November, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 54 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in November85December32° · Sea 27° · 8.5 h
In December, Gladstone is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 99 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Gladstone.
Gladstone in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Gladstone
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 20°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 9 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (15°), the warmest in January (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from October to April; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to September. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 138 days a year, mostly from December to March.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 79 | 32° | 23° | 27.4° | 8.1 h | 12 | 109 |
| FebruaryFeb | 78 | 32° | 23° | 27.6° | 7.3 h | 12 | 123 |
| MarchMar | 85 | 31° | 23° | 27.0° | 7.1 h | 10 | 90 |
| AprilApr | 91 | 29° | 20° | 25.5° | 7.3 h | 6 | 62 |
| MayMay | 89 | 27° | 18° | 23.3° | 6.8 h | 5 | 46 |
| JuneJun | 77 | 24° | 15° | 21.3° | 6.3 h | 4 | 39 |
| JulyJul | 72 | 24° | 15° | 20.0° | 6.6 h | 3 | 37 |
| AugustAug | 82 | 25° | 15° | 20.1° | 7.7 h | 3 | 27 |
| SeptemberSep | 88 | 28° | 18° | 21.5° | 8.2 h | 3 | 23 |
| OctoberOct | 94 | 29° | 20° | 23.4° | 8.5 h | 6 | 44 |
| NovemberNov | 93 | 31° | 21° | 25.1° | 8.3 h | 7 | 54 |
| DecemberDec | 85 | 32° | 23° | 26.6° | 8.5 h | 10 | 99 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Gladstone
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.8 – 24.0 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Gladstone ranges from 20.0 °C in July to 27.6 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in February, while the air already peaks in January. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 26.8 and 28.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.4° | 26.3° | 28.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.6° | 26.8° | 28.9° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.0° | 26.1° | 27.7° | warm |
| AprilApr | 25.5° | 24.9° | 26.0° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 23.3° | 22.6° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 21.3° | 20.7° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 20.0° | 19.2° | 20.6° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 20.1° | 19.3° | 20.6° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 21.5° | 20.8° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 23.4° | 22.8° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 25.1° | 24.2° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 26.6° | 25.7° | 27.8° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Gladstone
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.5 of 12.6 hours of daylight in Gladstone, 67 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Gladstone: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Gladstone has about 6 rainy days with 44 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Gladstone
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Gladstone
How breezy and how cloudy Gladstone is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Gladstone typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Dec – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 35 % of the sky over Gladstone: mostly sunny, with about 8.5 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Gladstone
How often the day gets hot in Gladstone (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Gladstone has about 11 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Gladstone
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Gladstone in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Gladstone has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 79).
- 89
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 87
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 79
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 94
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 82
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 19 h 55 min
- Distance
- 16,110 km
- Time zone
- UTC+10
- Jet lag
- About 9 days (9 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Australia
- Currency
- Australian Dollar (AUD)
- Language
- English
- Sockets
- Type I · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +61
- Emergency number
- 000
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Gladstone lies in an area that Australian tropical cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January: Peak
- February: Peak
- March: Peak
- April: Season
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November: Season
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Gladstone vs Rockhampton
In October the holiday weather in Gladstone and Rockhampton is about equally good (score 94 vs 95). During the day Rockhampton is 1 °C warmer than Gladstone. Rockhampton gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Gladstone | Rockhampton |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 94 | 95 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Sea | 23° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 5 |
| Best time | Mar – May, Aug – Dec | May – Sep |
Through the year
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Australia in October: the best places
In October, Gladstone ranks 3 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Airlie Beach (Whitsundays)30°25°99
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- 3GladstoneThis page29°23°94
- 4Yeppoon28°24°94
- 5Toowoomba26°94
- 6Warwick26°94
- 7Kingaroy27°92
- 8Mackay28°25°92
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Frequently asked questions about Gladstone
When is the best time to visit Gladstone?
The best time to visit Gladstone is from March to May and from August to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Gladstone?
The sea temperature in Gladstone ranges from 20.0 °C in July to 27.6 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Gladstone in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Gladstone?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 23 °C. July is the coolest month at 24 °C.
When does it rain most in Gladstone?
The rainy season is from January to February; the wettest month is February with 123 mm. The driest month is September with 23 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Gladstone get?
Gladstone gets around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is October with 8.5 hours a day; in June there are 6.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Gladstone in?
Gladstone is on UTC+10 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Gladstone?
A nonstop flight from London to Gladstone takes about 19 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,110 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Gladstone?
Gladstone lies in an area that Australian tropical cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Gladstone?
Gladstone has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 79). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 89, May half-term 87, summer holidays 79, October half-term 94, Christmas holidays 82.