Sydney, New South Wales Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Sydney get?

Sydney gets 989 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 126 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 85% of Australia.

June is the wettest month, with 123 mm. October is the driest, with 56 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 19 days, to September 12, 2024.

Sydney weather by month

Sydney weather in January

In January, Sydney averages a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The January record high is 47°C (2013) and the record low is 12°C (1972).

Sydney weather in February

In February, Sydney averages a high of 27°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 117 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The February record high is 43°C (2017) and the record low is 12°C (1972).

Sydney weather in March

In March, Sydney averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The March record high is 41°C (1983) and the record low is 9°C (1984). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sydney weather in April

In April, Sydney averages a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The April record high is 37°C (2018) and the record low is 6°C (1978). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sydney weather in May

In May, Sydney averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The May record high is 29°C (1994) and the record low is 3°C (1970). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sydney weather in June

In June, Sydney averages a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 123 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The June record high is 26°C (1997) and the record low is 2°C (1985).

Sydney weather in July

In July, Sydney averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The July record high is 27°C (2016) and the record low is 1°C (1970). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sydney weather in August

In August, Sydney averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The August record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is 2°C (1974). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sydney weather in September

In September, Sydney averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is 4°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sydney weather in October

In October, Sydney averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The October record high is 39°C (2004) and the record low is 6°C (1972). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sydney weather in November

In November, Sydney averages a high of 25°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The November record high is 43°C (1982) and the record low is 8°C (1986). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sydney weather in December

In December, Sydney averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The December record high is 43°C (2023) and the record low is 11°C (1987). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Sydney

August is the sunniest month in Sydney, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest, at 41%. Over the year the sun shines about 51% of daylight hours. Sydney is cloudier than 58% of Australia.

Humidity peaks in January at 78% and is lowest in September at 66%.

Sydney has about 14 days a year above 32°C. Sydney is cooler than 75% of Australia.

Sydney weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Sydney station is 47°C, on January 18, 2013. The coldest is 1°C, on July 16, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 216 mm of rain, on February 3, 1990.

39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Sydney

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and July to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 9°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 14°C.

Summer (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 19°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 15°C.

Sydney climate questions

How much rain does Sydney get?

Sydney gets 989 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 126 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Sydney?

June is the wettest month in Sydney, with 123 mm. October is the driest, with 56 mm.

How many rainy days does Sydney have a year?

Sydney has about 126 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Sydney?

January is the warmest month in Sydney, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Sydney?

July is the coldest month in Sydney, with an average low of 8°C.

What is the record high temperature in Sydney?

The record high at the Sydney station is 47°C, set on January 18, 2013. The record low is 1°C, on July 16, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Sydney?

August is the sunniest month in Sydney, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Sydney?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and July to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.