South Stradbroke Island Island
Sandy barrier island in Queensland, popular beaches
Off Queensland's Gold Coast, South Stradbroke Island has long sandy beaches, surf breaks, walking trails and birdlife. Visitors arrive by ferry for day trips, fishing, kayaking and a quieter shoreline alternative to the city.
South Stradbroke Island at a Glance#
Address: South Stradbroke Island, Queensland, Australia
How to Get to South Stradbroke Island#
Ferries run from the Gold Coast: the regular barge from the northern Gold Coast (e.g., from Main Beach/Coomera/Southport ferry terminals) carries vehicles and passengers to the island’s car-access points. Passenger-only ferries also operate from various Gold Coast marinas to the island’s southern passenger ferry terminals.
Tips for Visiting South Stradbroke Island#
- Take the ferry from Southport or run a short drive from the Gold Coast; check tide tables if planning beach walks across sandbars.
- Head for the northern tip (Tipplers) at low tide for good tidepooling and natural pools.
- If bringing a car, note that much of the island is car-free by policy and vehicles are restricted to certain zones and tracks.
Best Time to Visit South Stradbroke Island#
Spring and autumn offer mild weather and smaller crowds; summer is busiest and warmest for swimming.
Weather & Climate near South Stradbroke Island#
Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 10°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1415 mm/year), wettest in February.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 20° - 28° | 24° | 163 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 20° - 28° | 24° | 174 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 19° - 27° | 23° | 138 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 17° - 26° | 21° | 141 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 14° - 23° | 19° | 155 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 21° | 16° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 89 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 21° | 16° | 56 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 12° - 23° | 18° | 48 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 15° - 24° | 20° | 98 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 18° - 26° | 22° | 124 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 19° - 28° | 23° | 143 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
