January 11 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. You'll enjoy Sydney with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Sydney
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Sydney Weather Forecast for January 11
"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 11, 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 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1014.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Sydney Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 13 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 20 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 33 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
20.5°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
05:56
☀️ Noon
13:03
🌇 Sunset
20:10
⏱️ Daylight
14h 14m
Wind Speed
21.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
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 11 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 11?
Planning a trip to Sydney on January 11? 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 22.5°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.06m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 11 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 36.9°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 15.3°C in 2021.