January 3 is generally a great time to visit Sydney. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 25°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Sydney—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Sydney
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Sydney Weather Forecast for January 3
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.3°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Sydney in January
Based on historical data for January 3, Sydney typically experiences temperatures between 18.8°C and 25.3°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sydney
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
18.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.2°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.5 hPa
Medium volatility
Sydney Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 14 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 21 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 35 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
20.3°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
Moderate
45/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~428
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sydney
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:50
☀️ Noon
13:00
🌇 Sunset
20:10
⏱️ Daylight
14h 20m
Wind Speed
21.6 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
10.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Sydney
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Sydney on January 3 averages 25.3°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sydney Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Sydney Worth Visiting on January 3?
Planning a trip to Sydney on January 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.3°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 428 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 21.6°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.42m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.6°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 17.4°C in 2023.