Best time to visit Sydney

Q: When is the best time to visit Sydney?

The best time to visit Sydney is July based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Sydney?

The hottest time of year in Sydney is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 22°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Sydney?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Sydney with 170mm on average. There are normally 18 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Sydney?

The sunniest time of year in Sydney is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 51% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Sydney?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Sydney in August when the water temperature reaches 18°C.

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When is the best time to visit Sydney?

The best time to visit Sydney is July based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in Sydney?

The hottest time of year in Sydney is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 22°C.

Which month has the most rain in Sydney?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Sydney with 170mm on average. There are normally 18 days in December 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 51% 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 August when the water temperature reaches 18°C.