If you’re thinking of taking a holiday somewhere in Australia but feel that the months of June to August might not be the right time to visit the southern Queensland area because its winter, think again. Although South Esat Queensland does have four seasons, the temperatures do not vary much and our winter tends to offer beautiful sun drenched warm days with no humidity and cool evenings. Fifteen to Twenty five degrees daytime is the general range. So, if you love going to the beach, Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast, will give you a fresh warm climate with a swimable ocean temperature.
What’s on in Mooloolaba during winter? Actually, it doesn’t matter what the season is because you can still do most summer activities during the winter months in Mooloolaba. One of the more talked about winter events in Mooloolaba is the Annual Etchells Australian Winter Championship and it is indeed a must-see event. This event started way back in 1997 and has now grown to include participants from all over Australia, New Zealand and more recently, Japan. It runs from the 10th of June to the 13th this year. Because of this event, Mooloolaba has become known as a major racing venue for sailing enthusiasts. Mooloolaba’s warm winter weather, great accommodation, accessibility and friendly environment adds even more to its attractiveness to holiday visitors. If you do get to schedule your Mooloolaba holiday in time to see the Etchells Australian Winter Championship, make sure to include other things to do in Mooloolaba in your itinerary and to get the most out of your winter beach holiday.
