Late winter · Weather & things to do
Sydney in August
Little changes in Sydney from July: highs stay near 63°F (17°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls.
At 91/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 69%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What August feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 63°F (17°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 53°F (12°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (47 mm) for the month.
Plan around August
August is one of Sydney's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 88/100 in July to 91/100.
- August sits inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 53°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Sydney in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Bennelong
Restaurant inside the Sydney Opera House's smallest sail, serving Australian produce under the vaulted concrete ribs.
Opera Bar
Outdoor bar under the Opera House with views of the bridge and harbour.
bills Surry Hills
Bill Granger's cafe known for ricotta hotcakes and scrambled eggs.
The Rocks
Sydney's oldest quarter of sandstone lanes, pubs and a weekend market.
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Free gallery with Australian and First Nations art, plus the Sydney Modern building.
Nearby in August
- Blue Mountains in August~53 mi · highs 52°F, 1.6 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Sydney in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Sydney?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
How cold is Sydney in August?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney in August?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 35.0 in (888 mm).
What should I pack for Sydney in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 53°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef May – Oct
Planning Sydney in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.