New South Wales Weather Forecast
New South Wales weather: 65°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Air quality and pollen in New South Wales
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| General | Conditions are comfortable for most people, including children and older adults, with normal clothing. |
Weather in New South Wales right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:17 AM, Oct 3 local time.
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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 65°F (19°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 88% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit New South Wales?
January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in New South Wales, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August 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 10:17 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - 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 3, 2026 at 10:17 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
