Monthly climate guide
Sydney weather in February
With highs near 25°C (78°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F), February feels warm in Sydney. Rainfall averages about 119 mm (wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and about the same as March.
What stands out in February
- February is Sydney's second warmest month.
- February brings late summer to Sydney — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
- It's humid — around 76% — so the heat feels heavier.
Avg high
25°C
78°F
Avg low
21°C
70°F
Rainfall
119 mm
wet
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
60%
cloud · often cloudy
Sydney weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 69°F | 96 mm | 76% | 59% |
| February | 25°C / 78°F | 21°C / 70°F | 119 mm | 76% | 60% |
| March | 24°C / 76°F | 20°C / 68°F | 130 mm | 76% | 62% |
| April | 22°C / 72°F | 18°C / 64°F | 78 mm | 74% | 55% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 15°C / 58°F | 33 mm | 71% | 52% |
| June | 17°C / 63°F | 13°C / 56°F | 84 mm | 75% | 60% |
| July | 17°C / 62°F | 12°C / 53°F | 39 mm | 71% | 48% |
| August | 17°C / 63°F | 12°C / 53°F | 52 mm | 69% | 48% |
| September | 20°C / 67°F | 14°C / 57°F | 38 mm | 68% | 48% |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 16°C / 60°F | 57 mm | 70% | 55% |
| November | 23°C / 74°F | 17°C / 63°F | 77 mm | 72% | 59% |
| December | 25°C / 76°F | 19°C / 66°F | 74 mm | 74% | 59% |
What to pack for February
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is February a good time to visit Sydney?
Our Sydney guide recommends: September to November or March to May — Southern Hemisphere spring and autumn, avoiding peak summer crowds and heat.
Remember Australia's seasons are reversed from the Northern Hemisphere — 'summer' here runs December to February.
Best time to visit Sydney →Other Australia cities in February
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Sydney in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Sydney?
February is one of the wetter months in Sydney, with about 119 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Sydney in February?
Average highs are about 25°C (78°F) and average lows about 21°C (70°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney in February?
Sydney typically gets around 119 mm of rain in February — wet.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
September to November or March to May — Southern Hemisphere spring and autumn, avoiding peak summer crowds and heat.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Sydney (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.