Best Time to Visit Surry Hills
Best time to visit Surry Hills: February, September, October and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Surry Hills
Go in February, September, October and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, May and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Surry Hills month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79° | 67° | 6,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 80° | 67° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 77° | 65° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 73° | 58° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 55° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 62° | 48° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 62° | 48° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 65° | 50° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 53° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 75° | 56° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 76° | 62° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 80° | 65° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Surry Hills compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Surry Hills.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rocks | 2 mi | 65°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Sydney Opera House | 2 mi | 65°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Sydney Harbour Bridge | 2 mi | 65°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Bondi | 4 mi | 65°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Bondi Beach | 4 mi | 65°F | about the same | 43 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, May and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Surry Hills is a district in Sydney. Surry Hills is a district known for cafes and terrace houses.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Surry Hills with overcast. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 56°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Surry Hills is February, September, October and December. The climate is temperate. January, May and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while June is the coldest with lows near 48°F.
The closest major airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), about 4 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach and Mount Kosciuszko.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 85°F is 9.4°F above the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Surry Hills today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Surry Hills right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:45 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 69° / 62°
Light showers · 71% rain · wind 14 mph
🌦️ 73° / 57°
Light drizzle · 16% rain · wind 7 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Surry Hills?
Surry Hills is a district in Sydney. Its coordinates are -33.8845, 151.2119. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Surry Hills right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 37% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Surry Hills?
February, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Surry Hills, which has a temperate climate. January, May and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Surry Hills in?
Surry Hills observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 6:45 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Surry Hills?
The closest airports are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Surry Hills?
Popular options include Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach and Mount Kosciuszko.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 6:45 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
