State in Australia

New South Wales Map

Interactive map of New South Wales with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

🌙 53°F now🕔 9:27 AM local📅 Best: January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December👥 8.4 million

Summary

New South Wales is a state in Australia. New South Wales is an Australian state or territory. It has a population of about 8.4 million. The capital is Sydney.

Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in New South Wales with clear. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 48°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 31%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit New South Wales is January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 98°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 42°F.

The closest major airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), about 309 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach and Main Beach, Byron Bay.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 64°F is 3.2°F below the 67°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. hiking is the strongest bet in New South Wales today at 8.9/10. 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.

Map of New South Wales

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 31°15′11.5″S 146°55′16″E (-31.2532, 146.9211)

Quick facts about New South Wales

TypeState
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates31°15′11.5″S 146°55′16″E (-31.2532, 146.9211)
CapitalSydney
Population8.400.000
Area309.129 sq mi
Time zoneAustralia/Sydney
Local time9:27 AM (UTC+10:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December
ClimateMediterranean

Maps of each city in New South Wales

3 cities mapped in this atlas

Maps of each mountain in New South Wales

1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas

Maps of each river in New South Wales

1 rivers mapped in this atlas

Cities map of New South Wales

3 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

Neighboring states and territories in Australia

Sorted by distance from New South Wales.

Getting to New South Wales

By air

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near New South Wales

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Sydney Kingsford Smith AirportSYD309 miSydney

Top attractions in New South Wales

Things to do in New South Wales

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around New South Wales.

Explore New South Wales

Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is New South Wales?

New South Wales is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -31.2532, 146.9211. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in New South Wales right now?

It is currently 53°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 75% and wind is 6 mph.

When is the best time to visit New South Wales?

January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in New South Wales, which has a Mediterranean climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is New South Wales in?

New South Wales observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 9:27 AM.

How many people live in New South Wales?

New South Wales has a population of approximately 8.4 million.

What is the nearest airport to New South Wales?

The closest airports are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 309 mi away.

What are the top things to do in New South Wales?

Popular options include Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Main Beach, Byron Bay, Mount Kosciuszko and Murray River.

What places are in New South Wales?

New South Wales covers 5 places in this atlas, including Sydney, Byron Bay, Mount Kosciuszko, Newcastle and Murray River.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 23, 2026 at 9:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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