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The weather guide for Queensland (Sunshine Coast) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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When is the best time to go to Sunshine Coast?

The best time to go to Sunshine Coast is September and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 28°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Sunshine Coast28
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  • 28°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Sunshine Coast28
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  • 27°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Sunshine Coast27
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  • 26°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Sunshine Coast26
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  • 23°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Sunshine Coast23
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  • 21°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Sunshine Coast21
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  • 20°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Sunshine Coast20
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  • 21°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Sunshine Coast21
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  • 24°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Sunshine Coast24
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  • 25°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Sunshine Coast25
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  • 27°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Sunshine Coast27
    Nov
  • 28°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Sunshine Coast28
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Tropical storm risk: Sunshine Coast, Australia cyclone season

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The Sunshine Coast, Australia tropical storm risk chart above shows the cyclone season. The chart was processed from data supplied by the US Meteorological Agency (NOAA). Find out more about our data sources.

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More about Australia

Which is the hottest month in Sunshine Coast?

The hottest time of year in Sunshine Coast is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Sunshine Coast?

In terms of rainfall, February is usually the wettest month in Sunshine Coast with 256mm on average. There are normally 14 days in February with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Sunshine Coast?

The sunniest time of year in Sunshine Coast is normally September with bright sunshine on average for 75% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Sunshine Coast?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Sunshine Coast in February when the water temperature reaches 26°C.

Compare Sunshine Coast weather with the USA

Below the Sunshine Coast weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia and the USA (Washington).

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