The Sunshine Coast is full of rugged coastline, beaches, lakes, trails, and parks to discover. This is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and a prime location for everything from kayaking and scuba diving to mountain biking and hiking.
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White sand beaches and pristine waterways sit alongside lush rainforests and Heritage-listed national parks, with charming historic villages sprinkled throughout.
The Sunshine Coast is full of rugged coastline, beaches, lakes, trails, and parks to discover. This is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and a prime location for everything from kayaking and scuba diving to mountain biking and hiking.
From sandy beaches, rainforests, national parks and historic villages to wineries, breweries, galleries, shopping centres, sporting facilities and dining experiences, you'll always have something to do! Its subtropical climate also makes the Sunshine Coast an ideal year-round destination to live, study and play.
Here you will find wonders of nature, beaches galore and fresh local food in abundance. From the majestic Glass House Mountains to Noosa and the coloured sands of Rainbow Beach, the region includes over 100 kilometres of pristine sandy beaches, surrounded by the quiet beauty of coastal and hinterland villages.
The Sunshine Coast has a mild coastal climate—meaning that the weather here is quite comfortable year-round. The Sunshine Coast faces southwest and, akin to the name, enjoys more sunny days than nearby areas since it sits on the leeward side of Vancouver Island.
December to February temperatures on the Sunshine Coast average 17?C to 28?C and there's a large degree of daytime sunshine. Provided you're sun safe, this is a great time to visit the beaches in the region. The water is toasty warm yet refreshing (around 26?C) in summer months.
The median age of people in Sunshine Coast was 44 years. Children aged 0 - 14 years made up 17.8% of the population and people aged 65 years and over made up 20.9% of the population.