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Sydney

Visit in September — score 65/100 · avg high 78°F · 11 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

93°/64°F
24 rain days
14.0h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

February

88°/65°F
28 rain days
13.2h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

March

85°/63°F
31 rain days
12.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

April

80°/58°F
19 rain days
11.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

#2
74°/53°F
12 rain days
10.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

67°/49°F
21 rain days
9.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

69°/48°F
13 rain days
10.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

71°/48°F
13 rain days
10.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

#1
78°/51°F
11 rain days
11.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

October

#3
84°/55°F
15 rain days
12.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

87°/57°F
22 rain days
13.8h daylight
High crowds
Average

December

89°/61°F
19 rain days
14.2h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4973°93°64°249414.0hVery HighAbove avg
February4973°88°65°2812413.2hHighAbove avg
March4972°85°63°3112912.3hHighAverage
April5368°80°58°197611.1hModerateAverage
May6363°74°53°124710.2hModerateBelow avg
June3559°67°49°21829.8hModerateBelow avg
July5057°69°48°135110.0hModerateBelow avg
August5558°71°48°135010.7hModerateBelow avg
September6562°78°51°114511.8hModerateAverage
October6365°84°55°156012.9hHighAverage
November5268°87°57°228913.8hHighAverage
December5871°89°61°197514.2hVery HighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
60/100
High
83°F
Low
54°F
Rain days
16/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Sydney (September, October, November) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 54°F, with about 16 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 60/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 65/100.

Summer

Score
52/100
High
90°F
Low
64°F
Rain days
23/mo
Crowds
very high

Summer in Sydney (December, January, February) brings average highs of 90°F and lows of 64°F, with about 23 rainy days per month. Expect very high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 52/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 58/100.

Fall

Score
55/100
High
80°F
Low
58°F
Rain days
21/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Sydney (March, April, May) brings average highs of 80°F and lows of 58°F, with about 21 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 55/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 63/100.

Winter

Score
47/100
High
69°F
Low
48°F
Rain days
15/mo
Crowds
moderate

Winter in Sydney (June, July, August) brings average highs of 69°F and lows of 48°F, with about 15 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 55/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Sydney?
The best month to visit Sydney is September, with an overall travel score of 65/100. Expect average highs of 78°F, about 11 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Sydney expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Sydney are relatively moderate, averaging 80% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is August.
What is the weather like in Sydney in December?
December in Sydney has average highs of 89°F and lows of 61°F, with approximately 19 rainy days and 14.2 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 58/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Sydney?
The most affordable time to visit Sydney is August, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in August, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is June (score: 35/100).

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