January · Australia
Best time to visit Sunshine Coast in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sunshine Coast in January
Average temperature 25°C, 145 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 145 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Sunshine Coast scores 7.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 145 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Sunshine Coast strings beaches from Caloundra to Noosa-surf suburbs and hinterland hinterland hills. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January holds up well in Sunshine Coast — 6th best month
With 25°C (78°F) on average, January delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
145 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.8/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sunshine Coast in January?
- In January, Sunshine Coast averages 25°C, 145 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Sunshine Coast?
- January earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sunshine Coast in January?
- Expect about 145 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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