City in New South Wales, Australia
Sydney weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sydney
Sep–Nov and Mar–May are mild and dry. Dec–Feb is hot, humid and busiest; Jun–Aug is cool (10–17°C) but mostly sunny. Occasional bushfire smoke in summer.
Sydney weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan25°83 mm
- Feb25°134 mm
- Mar24°104 mm
- Apr22°73 mm
- May19°54 mm
- Jun17°87 mm
- Jul16°44 mm
- Aug17°46 mm
- Sep19°43 mm
- Oct21°64 mm
- Nov23°83 mm
- Dec24°72 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C78°F | 20°C68°F | 83 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| February | 25°C77°F | 20°C69°F | 134 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C75°F | 20°C67°F | 104 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| April | 22°C71°F | 17°C63°F | 73 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 19°C67°F | 15°C58°F | 54 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 17°C63°F | 13°C55°F | 87 mm | 74% | Cool |
| July | 16°C61°F | 11°C53°F | 44 mm | 72% | Cool |
| August | 17°C63°F | 12°C53°F | 46 mm | 69% | Cool |
| September | 19°C67°F | 13°C56°F | 43 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 15°C59°F | 64 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| November | 23°C73°F | 17°C62°F | 83 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C75°F | 18°C65°F | 72 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Sydney?
Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov. Sep–Nov and Mar–May are mild and dry. Dec–Feb is hot, humid and busiest; Jun–Aug is cool (10–17°C) but mostly sunny. Occasional bushfire smoke in summer.
When is the rainy season in Sydney?
Rain peaks in February with about 134 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sydney?
January, with average highs of 25°C (78°F).
How cold does Sydney get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 11°C (53°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.