How the Sunshine Coast’s Humid & Storm-Prone Climate Affects Your EV Charger

Grini Gunayan
Dec 6, 2025
3 min read

With the growing number of electric vehicle users here in Sunshine Coast, this has resulted in the increased demand for dependable EV chargers at home. Having these chargers brings convenience, however the changing climate here in Sunshine Coast such as high humidity, corrosive salty air, intense rainfall, and frequent electrical storms pose a threat to the charging equipment when the installation is not properly taken care of.

It is important for homeowners here in Sunshine Coast to understand the environmental risks to have safe, efficient, and great performance in the long run. Here in this guide, we will present the impacts of Sunshine Coast’s weather to the EV chargers installed at home and how Axon Electrical can help.

1. How Humidity and Moisture Affect Your EV Charger

The highest humidity can be experienced here in Sunshine Coast most particularly in summer months. Although there are EV chargers that are designed to be used for outdoor, its ongoing exposure can result to the following:

Corrosion of the Charging Components
Decreased Charging Efficiency
Lowered Lifespan

How Axon Electrical Ensures the Safety of your Charger

✔ For outdoor, we install chargers with IP65+ weather ratings

✔ We apply weatherproof enclosures and UV-stable conduit

✔ We advise to install chargers in a shaded or covered locations for less moisture exposure

2. How Salt Air Impacts EV Chargers

The salt air will significantly increase the wear and tear of the EV charger especially if your home is near the coast. This will result to:

✔ Accelerated metal corrosion

✔ Prone to electrical faults

✔ Damage to Cable Sheathing

How Axon Ensures EV Charger Longevity

We use marine-grade fixings to resist corrosion.
Applying anti-corrosive protection as needed.
Entry points are sealed to prevent salt intrusion.
Our services include maintenance checks to ensure continued safe operation.

For coastal properties, professional installation is crucial and should be just an option.

3. The Threat of Storms, Lightning & Power Surges to EV Chargers

With the frequent and powerful thunderstorms here in Sunshine Coast, particularly in summer, this poses a crucial risk to the EV charging equipment.

The Danger of Power Surges (Even Without a Direct Hit)
Grid Instability and Its Effects
Water Ingress During Heavy Rain

The Vulnerability of EV Chargers Than Other Devices

EV chargers are installed being exposed uniquely to permanent connection such as:

Outdoor environments
The electrical system of your home
The vehicle you own

Considering the constant connection of these factors gives a crucial value to establish strong surge protection and proper installation.

4. Protect Your EV Charger with These Essential Ways

Install Surge Protection

Select the Proper Location

Secure Proper Weatherproofing

Schedule Maintenance at least 1–2 Years

5. Why Hiring a Professional Electrician is Recommended

Installing an EV charger in Queensland is being governed by strict regulations and not just a simple task to do. To achieve safety and compliance, it must be installed in compliance with the following:

AS/NZS 3000:2018 Wiring Rules
Electrical Safety Act 2002
Local grid connection requirements
Manufacturer installation guidelines

Having these rules and guidelines, it is important to always engage a licensed electrician to do the job correctly.

At Axon Electrical, we guarantee every installation:

✔ Complies with Queensland safety standards

✔ Best optimization for Sunshine Coast environmental conditions

✔ Provides surge protection recommendations

✔ Use of only quality, compliant materials

✔ Offers professional support and advice

Protect Your Property with the Right Installation

It's always a pleasure to live in an environment like the Sunshine Coast, but the humidity, salt air, heavy storms, and lightning can have an effect on the outdoor electrical equipment, especially the EV chargers at home.

There must be proper weatherproofing, robust surge protection, and professional installation for EV chargers to operate safely and efficiently in the long run.

Axon Electrical is your trusted expert for EV charger installation especially under coastal conditions, we ensure that your equipment has enhanced performance, longevity, and year-round safety.