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Sydney

11°

Mainly clear

High: 15° · Low: 10° · Feels like 10°

Rain expected around 05:00.

Hourly forecast

Now 43% 11°
03:00 41% 11°
04:00 39% 10°
05:00 36% 10°
06:00 32% 11°
07:00 33% 10°
08:00 43% 11°
09:00 58% 13°
10:00 71% 14°
11:00 79% 15°
12:00 84% 14°
13:00 88% 14°
14:00 91% 15°
15:00 93% 14°
16:00 94% 14°
17:00 93% 13°
18:00 91% 12°
19:00 90% 12°
20:00 90% 12°
21:00 92% 12°
22:00 92% 11°
23:00 92% 12°
00:00 91% 11°
01:00 88% 12°

14-day forecast

  • Feels like
    14° / 9°
    Precipitation
    6 mm · 94%
    Wind
    11 km/h SW
    UV index
    3 · Moderate
    Sun
    7:00 / 16:55

Details

Air quality
19 Good
PM2.5 7 · PM10 8

Sydney's Climate

Sydney enjoys a sunny humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers (December–February in the Southern Hemisphere) typically running 25–30°C and occasionally spiking past 40°C during dry inland heatwaves. Winters (June–August) are mild, with daytime highs around 17°C and nights rarely below 8°C, and no snow ever falls in the city. Rain is spread through the year but peaks in late summer and autumn (February–June), sometimes bringing heavy coastal downpours and thunderstorms. This page offers an hourly and 14-day forecast plus detailed metrics for humidity, wind, UV index and air quality (AQI).

Frequently asked questions

When is summer in Sydney?

Being in the Southern Hemisphere, Sydney's summer runs from December to February. It is the hottest and most humid season, and heatwaves can push temperatures above 40°C.

Does it snow in Sydney?

No. Sydney has never recorded significant snowfall in the city; winters are merely cool, with daytime highs near 17°C. Snow only falls in the Blue Mountains a few hours inland.

When does it rain most in Sydney?

Rainfall typically peaks from late summer into autumn, between February and June, occasionally delivering prolonged heavy rain and coastal thunderstorms.

Is the UV index high in Sydney?

Very high. Summer UV readings often hit extreme levels (11+), so sun protection and sunscreen are essential even on cloudy days.

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Updated: 4:49:08 PM