Peak in January
Coolest in July
Heavy in February
Peak in dry season
Sea Temperature
Tasman Sea
Annual Average
Comfortable for most swimmers
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Sydney coastline
Sydney Monthly Weather Guide
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Best Time to Visit Sydney
Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 33.8688° S, 151.2093° E
Open in Google MapsSydney is a prominent destination in Australia.
Located at 33.87°S latitude,Sydney experiences a subtropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons.
Based on 30 years of data, January is the warmest month (avg. 26°C), while July is the coolest. February sees the most rain (31% chance), making September the driest month.
Historical Climate Trend
30-Year Analysis+1.44°C
Total over 30 years
+0.5°C
Per decade
Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Sydney, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.
Best Time to Visit
NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)January, February, March
Best months to visit
21°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Sydney receives approximately 484mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
20.4°
2024 Avg
21.5°
2040 Proj
21.9°
+0.50°C
per decade (observed)
+0.27°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Sydney has warmed by +1.4°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.273°C/decade), for a total of +1.9°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Australia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Australia.
Japanese Encephalitis
Japanese encephalitis is mainly a concern in the Murray River, and the Outer Torres Strait Islands area.Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or traveling at times outside of the Japanese encephalitis season.
Measles
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
Rabies
Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Australia.If rabies exposures occur while in Australia, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.
Yellow Fever
CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Direct travel from United States: Vaccine isnotrequired.Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine isrequiredfor travelers ≥1 year old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission.3Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
Source: CDC Travelers' Health
View Complete Health GuideSydney Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 24% | ✨ Perfect |
| February | 25°C | 31% | 😊 Pleasant |
| March | 24°C | 29% | 😊 Pleasant |
| April | 22°C | 25% | 😊 Pleasant |
| May | 19°C | 22% | 😊 Pleasant |
| June | 16°C | 21% | 😊 Pleasant |
| July | 16°C | 17% | 😊 Pleasant |
| August | 17°C | 16% | 😊 Pleasant |
| September | 20°C | 16% | ✨ Perfect |
| October | 22°C | 20% | ✨ Perfect |
| November | 23°C | 24% | ✨ Perfect |
| December | 25°C | 21% | ✨ Perfect |
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Sydney Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Sydney?
January is historically the hottest month in Sydney with average highs of 26°C.
When does it rain the most in Sydney?
February typically sees the highest probability of rain (31%).
Is Sydney expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.