Geography of The Rocks
Geography of The Rocks: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of The Rocks
Sydney Opera House is 0 mi to the north-east, Sydney Harbour Bridge is 1 mi to the north, Surry Hills is 2 mi to the south and Bondi is 4 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 33°51′35.6″S 151°12′32.4″E (-33.8599, 151.209)
Quick facts about The Rocks
Summary
The Rocks is a district in Sydney. The Rocks is a district known for colonial lanes under the Harbour Bridge.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in The Rocks with clear. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 49°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 9%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit The Rocks is February, September, October and December. The climate is temperate. January, May and June 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 6 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach and Mount Kosciuszko.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is 3.8°F above the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in The Rocks today at 9.7/10. 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.
Climate in The Rocks 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° | 49° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 52° | 2,0 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).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Rocks?
The Rocks is a district in Sydney. Its coordinates are -33.8599, 151.209. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in The Rocks right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 86% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit The Rocks?
February, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in The Rocks, which has a temperate climate. January, May and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is The Rocks in?
The Rocks observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 12:38 AM.
What is the nearest airport to The Rocks?
The closest airports are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 6 mi away.
What are the top things to do in The Rocks?
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 22, 2026 at 12:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
