Region in Queensland, Australia
Sunshine Coast weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sunshine Coast
Apr–Nov is dry and mild. Dec–Jan is crowded school holiday time; Jan–Mar is humid with storms and possible cyclone-related weather.
Sunshine Coast weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°162 mm
- Feb27°191 mm
- Mar26°170 mm
- Apr25°110 mm
- May23°93 mm
- Jun21°97 mm
- Jul20°46 mm
- Aug21°64 mm
- Sep23°47 mm
- Oct24°88 mm
- Nov26°84 mm
- Dec27°144 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 23°C74°F | 162 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| February | 27°C81°F | 24°C74°F | 191 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| March | 26°C79°F | 23°C73°F | 170 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| April | 25°C77°F | 21°C70°F | 110 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C73°F | 18°C65°F | 93 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 21°C69°F | 16°C62°F | 97 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| July | 20°C68°F | 15°C59°F | 46 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C70°F | 15°C60°F | 64 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C73°F | 17°C63°F | 47 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C76°F | 19°C66°F | 88 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C79°F | 21°C69°F | 84 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C81°F | 22°C72°F | 144 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Sunshine Coast?
Apr–May, Sep–Nov. Apr–Nov is dry and mild. Dec–Jan is crowded school holiday time; Jan–Mar is humid with storms and possible cyclone-related weather.
When is the rainy season in Sunshine Coast?
Rain peaks in February with about 191 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jan–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Sunshine Coast?
January, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Sunshine Coast get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 15°C (59°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.