Sydney month by month

The best time to visit Sydney

For most travellers, the sweet spot in Sydney is April · November · December: 22° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.

Climate through the year

Month	Temp	Crowds	Price	Verdict
January	26° / 19°	High	$$$	Ideal
February	26° / 19°	High	$$$	Great
March	25° / 17°	Moderate	$$	Great
April	22° / 14°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
May	19° / 11°	Moderate	$	Great
June	17° / 9°	Low	$	Fair
July	16° / 8°	Low	$	Fair
August	18° / 8°	Low	$	Fair
September	20° / 11°	Moderate	$$	Great
October	22° / 13°	Moderate	$$	Great
November	24° / 16°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
December	26° / 18°	High	$$$	Ideal

Best months April November December January

The year in Sydney

Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in Sydney.

Spring Ideal

Sep–Nov · highs around 22°C · Warm, long days, before summer crowds peak

Sep ·Oct ·Nov

Summer Ideal

Dec–Feb · highs around 26°C · Summer begins, Christmas holiday crowds building

Dec ·Jan ·Feb

Autumn Ideal

Mar–May · highs around 22°C · Mild, comfortable, autumn light on the harbor

Mar ·Apr ·May

Winter Fair

Jun–Aug · highs around 17°C · Mild winter, whale watching season peaks

Jun ·Jul ·Aug

When to go, depending on what you want

Best weather

The months where climate comfort peaks, whatever else is happening.

January ·December

Best value

Still a good trip, at the lowest prices of the year.

June ·July

Fewest crowds

When you get the main sights closest to yourself.

June ·July

Biggest events

When the calendar gives you something the other months do not.

January ·February ·May

Practical basics

Region: Oceania
Local currency: AUD
Hemisphere: Southern (summer in Dec–Feb)
Yearly range: 8° – 26°
Strongest months: April, November, December
Good for: city · beach · culture · nightlife

Events in Sydney

Jan Sydney Festival — Outdoor performances and art take over the city in midsummer.
Feb Sydney Mardi Gras — Parade and party mark one of the world's largest LGBTQ celebrations.
May–Jun Vivid Sydney — Light installations and projections transform the Opera House and harbor.
Dec New Year’s Eve Fireworks — Harbour Bridge fireworks headline one of the world's biggest NYE shows.

Every month in Sydney

A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.

Sydney in January 26° · $$$ Ideal Sydney in February 26° · $$$ Great Sydney in March 25° · $$ Great Sydney in April 22° · $$ Ideal Sydney in May 19° · $ Great Sydney in June 17° · $ Fair Sydney in July 16° · $ Fair Sydney in August 18° · $ Fair Sydney in September 20° · $$ Great Sydney in October 22° · $$ Great Sydney in November 24° · $$ Ideal Sydney in December 26° · $$$ Ideal

Frequently asked questions

What is the best month to visit Sydney?

What is the cheapest time to visit Sydney?

June — This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year. Save 59%.

What is the weather like in Sydney?

Average highs sit around 26°C with lows near 8°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.

Things to do in Sydney