The Sunshine Coast
A hinterland of waterfalls and rainforest a short drive back from beaches that stay quieter than the Gold Coast further south, a giant pineapple that has somehow become a genuine tourist landmark, and surf towns strung along the coast with a noticeably slower pace.
The best time to visit The Sunshine Coast is Sep–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 25°C (77°F). Local time there is 02:54 (UTC+10).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 81°F · rain 4.8in · 13.6h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Maroochydore, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 122mm4.8in | 13.6h13.6h | in the recommended window |
| February | 27°C81°F | 257mm10.1in | 13.0h13.0h | in the recommended window |
| March | 27°C81°F | 201mm7.9in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| April | 25°C77°F | 87mm3.4in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| May | 22°C72°F | 137mm5.4in | 10.8h10.8h | |
| June | 21°C69°F | 54mm2.1in | 10.5h10.5h | |
| July | 20°C69°F | 77mm3.0in | 10.6h10.6h | |
| August | 22°C71°F | 26mm1.0in | 11.2h11.2h | |
| September | 23°C73°F | 45mm1.8in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| October | 25°C76°F | 111mm4.4in | 12.8h12.8h | in the recommended window |
| November | 26°C79°F | 99mm3.9in | 13.5h13.5h | in the recommended window |
| December | 27°C81°F | 135mm5.3in | 13.8h13.8h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- AUD · Australian dollar
- Language
- English
- Plug
- I
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit The Sunshine Coast?
The best time to visit The Sunshine Coast is Sep–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 25°C (77°F).
How warm does The Sunshine Coast get?
Typical daytime highs in The Sunshine Coast are Mar–May 25°C (77°F), Jun–Aug 21°C (70°F), Sep–Nov 25°C (76°F), Dec–Feb 27°C (81°F).
Is The Sunshine Coast expensive?
On the ground, The Sunshine Coast is mid-range.
What sort of trip is The Sunshine Coast good for?
The Sunshine Coast is good for an unhurried pace, sunshine and salt water, landscape doing the heavy lifting, eating extremely well.