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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Aussie Insightly Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
The Gold Coast radar, operated by the Bureau of Meteorology at Mount Stapylton and updated every 10 minutes, is the most reliable tool for tracking approaching storms and rain bands across the city, from Surfers Paradise to the hinterland. The live radar above shows the latest 64-km sweep covering the coast and inland valleys.
Where is the Gold Coast weather radar located and what does it show?
The Bureau of Meteorology’s radar for the Gold Coast is sited at Mount Stapylton, about 40 km north-west of Surfers Paradise. It provides a 128 km radius view that captures rain, showers and thunderstorms moving across the coast, the hinterland and out to sea. For localised detail, the bom gold coast radar 128 product is the one to check – it updates every six minutes during active weather. The live radar above uses the same data, so you can see what’s heading your way right now.
Can I get a Gold Coast radar forecast for the next week or tomorrow?
Radar shows current rain location, not a forecast. For weather radar gold coast 7 days outlook or weather radar gold coast tomorrow, pair the live radar with the Bureau’s forecast for the Gold Coast region. The seven‑day forecast and hourly breakdown – weather radar gold coast hourly – are both available on the Brisbane Weather page, which covers Gold Coast conditions. The radar helps you see if that predicted shower is actually forming.
How do I see the Gold Coast weather radar live satellite view?
The live radar above is the standard Bureau composite – it does not show satellite cloud imagery. For a gold coast weather radar live satellite overlay, combine the radar layer with the satellite loop on Weatherzone or the Bureau’s website.
Is the Bom radar Gold Coast the same as the Brisbane radar?
Yes – the Bureau’s bom radar gold coast is the same Mount Stapylton radar used for southeast Queensland. The bom gold coast forecast page links to this radar. Always use the 128 km range for best Gold Coast detail.
Why does the radar sometimes show nothing over the coast?
Radar detects rain droplets, not clear air. If the sky is clear over Surfers Paradise but wet inland, the beam may overshoot low-level showers near the coast due to the radar’s elevation. Check the live radar above again when a system approaches.
Sources
For broader coverage of current conditions across the country, visit the Australia weather hub. If you’re tracking storms that may produce severe thunderstorm warnings, check the Severe Weather Warning page.