Sydney Weather Forecast
Sydney weather: 72°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Sydney 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° | 1,5 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).
Best time to visit Sydney
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.
Recent extremes in Sydney
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Sydney compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Sydney.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle | 73 mi | 66°F | +34°F warmer | 45 in |
| Canberra | 153 mi | 56°F | 40°F cooler | 24 in |
| Australian Capital Territory | 167 mi | 55°F | 42°F cooler | 26 in |
| Mount Kosciuszko | 244 mi | 38°F | 58°F cooler | 58 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- 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 72°F (22°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 69% and wind is 14 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+10:00). The local time is 1:05 AM.
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 4, 2026 at 1:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
