Temperature
Cool by day, brisk at night.
64°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Sydney
Australia · Oceania
Sydney is most comfortable in local spring and early local autumn. Local summers are warm and local winters are mild. Rain is spread through the year. The air usually feels dry to comfortable.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
49°F to 79°F
Rain
9 days/mo
Sunshine
10.1 h/day
Humidity feel
Mostly dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Rainfall is lower than usual here.
19%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
9.5 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Humidity is rarely noticeable.
Very dryAug heat feel
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 58° and nights feel near 44°.
Very coldColdCoolComfortableWarmNight shading
Sea temperature
65°Aug sea temp
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Predominantly clear skies.
65%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 63°F, easing to about 57°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning57°F
Rain10%
Cloud32%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
Midday64°F
Rain12%
Cloud39%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon63°F
Rain10%
Cloud38%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityLow
Early evening57°F
Rain9%
Cloud32%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
7 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
Data & methodology