Current Conditions
63°F
Feels like 63°F
Overcast
Overcast Clouds
As of Oct 6, 2026, 8:09 AM · Last checked Oct 6, 2026, 8:09 AM
Times shown in Australia/Sydney. Some values may come from forecast models.
2 mph
N · Gusts 5 mph
78%
6.2 mi
30.00 inHg
Sydney reports overcast as of Oct 6, 2026, 8:09 AM with temperatures near 63°F (17°C). Humidity is 78%, and winds are around 2 mph.
Check the forecast times and official local alerts before planning commuting, outdoor activities, or travel in Sydney.
Sydney has a humid subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. At Sydney Observatory Hill, the 1991-2020 reference averages range from a daily high of 65°F (18°C) in Jun to 82°F (28°C) in Feb. Monthly precipitation averages sum to 45.2 inches (1148 mm) per year.
Sydney's summer runs December through February and can bring heat and severe thunderstorms. Autumn and winter have the greatest frequency of east coast lows, which can produce heavy rain, damaging winds, and dangerous surf. These lows can also occur in other seasons. Spring brings warming temperatures and variable conditions.
Sydney's southerly busters are abrupt southerly wind changes that can bring strong gusts and rapid cooling after hot weather. Their timing and strength vary, so coastal wind warnings matter alongside the temperature forecast.
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Spring and summer need attention for severe thunderstorms, heat, and bushfire weather. Autumn and winter are especially important for east coast lows, coastal flooding, and dangerous surf, although these lows can occur year-round.
Storms and southerly changes can arrive fast from the south and west, so radar motion and alerts help show when conditions will flip along the coast.
Climate reference averages (1991-2020). Average daily high, average daily low, and monthly precipitation.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 81.3°F | 68°F | 3.6 in |
| Feb | 81.9°F | 67.8°F | 5.2 in |
| Mar | 79.5°F | 65.1°F | 4.6 in |
| Apr | 75.2°F | 59.7°F | 4.5 in |
| May | 70.7°F | 54.3°F | 4.0 in |
| Jun | 65.1°F | 50°F | 5.6 in |
| Jul | 65.1°F | 48°F | 3.2 in |
| Aug | 67.5°F | 49.5°F | 3.0 in |
| Sep | 71.4°F | 54.1°F | 2.5 in |
| Oct | 74.5°F | 58.3°F | 2.7 in |
| Nov | 76.8°F | 61.9°F | 3.6 in |
| Dec | 79.9°F | 65.1°F | 2.9 in |
Climate data and sources. Verified against WMO / NOAA NCEI: Sydney Observatory Hill (WMO 94768), 1991-2020. Values are rounded for display. The source does not specify the number of contributing years for each monthly average. Climate averages are not a forecast and do not describe every neighborhood.
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