Sunshine Coast weather in January (Australia)

How is the weather in Sunshine Coast in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Sunshine Coast typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 21°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Sunshine Coast in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 112 mm for the month. Typically around 13 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 230 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sunshine Coast. April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sunshine Coast climate page with graphs.

 

Sunshine Coast, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 112 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 70%  

Sunshine 230 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in January

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sunshine Coast in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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