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Sunshine Coast

A more laid-back alternative to the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast offers excellent weather all year-round on Queensland’s stunning shoreline. Located an hour’s drive north of Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast contains four separate areas, each with their own distinct charms. Long stretches of gorgeous golden sands can be found all over the Sunshine Coast, offering a combination of quiet swimming beaches and wild surfing waves. Indulge in some retail therapy by browsing the unique artwork, jewellery and fashion at the Eumundi Markets, whilst fresh local produce can be sampled at the Noosa Farmers Market. With the Cotton Tree Market, the Peregian Beach Market and Caloundra’s Markets on Bulcock, the Sunshine Coast offers a shopper’s paradise set amongst an outstanding beachlife.

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  • Seafront walk along Sunshine Coast's Noosa National Park, Queensland - Tourism Australia

  • Rainbow Beach horse riding, Sunshine Coast Queensland - Tourism Australia

  • Gardners Falls in Queensland's Sunshine Coast - Tourism Australia

  • Tea Tree Bay, Noosa National Park, Sunshine Coast - Tourism Australia

  • Alexandra Headland beach view, Sunshine Coast - Tourism Australia

  • Viewing the Glass House Mountains from Mary Cairncross Lookout, Sunshine Coast - Tourism and Events Queensland/Jason Charles Hill Photography

Average temperature

Information below is based on average highest temperature for each month.

  • 29℃
  • 28℃
  • 28℃
  • 26℃
  • 24℃
  • 22℃
  • 21℃
  • 22℃
  • 24℃
  • 26℃
  • 27℃
  • 28℃
  • 9
  • 11
  • 13
  • 11
  • 9
  • 8
  • 6
  • 5
  • 5
  • 7
  • 7
  • 9

Information above is based on the average number of days which experience some form of rainfall for each month.

Rainfall

When to Visit

Below gives you information and a rating of the best time of year to visit.

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