Stormy Skies and High Humidity: Keep Your Umbrellas Close This Monday

Wet Weather Set to Blanket the Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is bracing for a damp start to the week as Monday, 23 March 2026, brings a high likelihood of rain and potential thunderstorms to the region. After a period of mixed conditions, the humidity is set to climb, creating a muggy atmosphere that will persist throughout the day. Residents and commuters are advised to keep their umbrellas handy and allow for extra travel time, particularly during the middle of the day when the most significant rainfall is expected.

Morning Humidity and Early Showers

The day begins with mild temperatures, sitting at approximately 18°C to 20°C in the early hours. However, the air will feel heavy with humidity levels peaking near 95% at dawn. Early risers should expect overcast skies to dominate the skyline, with a high probability of light showers appearing across the coastal strip as early as 7:00 AM. By mid-morning, the mercury will climb to roughly 22°C, while the risk of rain remains significant, hovering above 90%.

Afternoon Thunderstorms and Peak Temperatures

The afternoon is when the weather is expected to be most active. Temperatures are forecast to reach a daytime high of approximately 25°C to 26°C, though the persistent humidity will make it feel closer to 28°C. Meteorologists are tracking a high chance of rainfall during this period, with thunderstorms likely to develop across the hinterland before moving toward the coast. These storms may bring localized heavy downpours and a risk of lightning. Winds will pick up slightly from the southeast, averaging between 15 and 20 kilometres per hour, with occasional gusts reaching up to 35 kilometres per hour during storm activity.

Evening Outlook and Safety Advice

As the sun sets around 5:52 PM, the immediate threat of thunderstorms is expected to taper off into lighter, intermittent rain or persistent cloud cover. Temperatures will gradually descend back toward a minimum of 19°C overnight. While the most volatile weather will have passed by the evening, the high moisture content in the air means the coast will likely remain under a thick blanket of clouds well into Tuesday morning.

• Temperature Range: 19°C – 26°C
• Rainfall: High probability of showers and thunderstorms; estimated 5mm to 10mm locally.
• Winds: Southeasterly at 15–20 km/h, gusting to 35 km/h.
• Marine Warning: Caution advised for swimmers and boaters due to potential lightning and choppy conditions.