Which is the hottest month in Sydney?

The hottest time of year in Sydney is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Sydney?

In terms of rainfall, March is usually the wettest month in Sydney with 153mm on average. There are normally 13 days in March with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Sydney?

The sunniest time of year in Sydney is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 67% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Sydney?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Sydney in February when the water temperature reaches 23°C.

Best time to visit Sydney

Q: When is the best time to visit Sydney?

The best time to visit Sydney is January, February, March, April, October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C.

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When is the best time to visit Sydney?

The best time to visit Sydney is January, February, March, April, October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for New South Wales (Sydney) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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