Sydney Weather Forecast
Sydney weather: 74°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Sydney
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 61° | 4% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌦️ Light showers | 85° / 67° | 57% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 72° / 61° | 71% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 57° | 37% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 55° | 23% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☀️ Clear sky | 71° / 55° | 10% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 75° / 57° | 39% | 13 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 78° / 63° | 35% · 0,8 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 66° / 58° | 35% · 0,2 in | 16 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 66° / 56° | 49% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 56° | 57% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 62° | 58% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 60° | 37% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌥️ Fog | 73° / 59° | 41% | 13 mph | 7 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 75°F against a October normal of 75°F - right on average.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,3 in against a typical 0,3 in).
What this means for Sydney
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 74°F is in line with the 75°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 51°F.
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 - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 8.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, May and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sydney?
Sydney is a city in New South Wales. Its coordinates are -33.8688, 151.2093. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Sydney right now?
It is currently 74°F (24°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 74% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
February, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Sydney, which has a temperate climate. January, May and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sydney in?
Sydney observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+11:00). The local time is 1:55 PM.
How many people live in Sydney?
Sydney has a population of approximately 5.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Sydney?
The closest airports are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 5 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Sydney?
Popular options include Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach and Mount Kosciuszko.
What places are in Sydney?
Sydney covers 7 places in this atlas, including Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Bondi and Surry Hills.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 24, 2026 at 1:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
