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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Sydney has a oceanic/humid subtropical climate, classified as Cfa in the Köppen system. The warmest month is January with an average high of 26°C, while the coldest month is July with lows dropping to 9°C. The annual temperature range of 17°C reflects moderate seasonal variation.
The driest month is August with only 5 rain days and 37mm of precipitation. For travellers, August through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 70% to 70% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Sydney are August, January, April. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
26°C
January
Coldest Month
9°C
July
Driest Month
5 days
August
Annual Range
17°C
9° to 26°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 19°C | 9 | 11h | View |
| February | 25°C | 19°C | 10 | 10h | View |
| March | 24°C | 18°C | 10 | 10h | View |
| April | 21°C | 15°C | 8 | 10h | View |
| May | 19°C | 12°C | 7 | 9h | View |
| June | 16°C | 10°C | 8 | 8h | View |
| July | 16°C | 9°C | 6 | 9h | View |
| August | 17°C | 9°C | 5 | 9h | View |
| September | 19°C | 11°C | 6 | 11h | View |
| October | 21°C | 14°C | 8 | 11h | View |
| November | 23°C | 16°C | 9 | 11h | View |
| December | 24°C | 18°C | 9 | 11h | View |
January
9 rain days, 11h sun
February
10 rain days, 10h sun
March
10 rain days, 10h sun
April
8 rain days, 10h sun
May
7 rain days, 9h sun
June
8 rain days, 8h sun
July
6 rain days, 9h sun
August
5 rain days, 9h sun
September
6 rain days, 11h sun
October
8 rain days, 11h sun
November
9 rain days, 11h sun
December
9 rain days, 11h sun
Sydney in January
Data Sources for Sydney
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.