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Weather Forcast Sydney

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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Down Under Brief Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

Check the live forecast above for Sydney’s immediate conditions, then plan your day around the chance of a shower and a moderate northeasterly breeze – typical for this time of year across the harbour city’s coastal basin.

What will Sydney’s weather be like today and tonight?

Based on the latest Bureau of Meteorology data, Sydney is looking at a partly cloudy sky with a medium chance of a light shower, most likely during the afternoon or early evening. The temperature should peak in the mid‑20s Celsius, dropping to a mild low around 18 °C overnight. A northeasterly wind, fresh near the coast, will ease slightly after dark, keeping the harbour and eastern suburbs cooler than the inland west.

Is any severe weather expected for Sydney?

No warnings are current for the Sydney metropolitan area. The north‑easterly swell may produce choppy conditions on open beaches, so swimmers and surfers should check local lifeguard advice. This stable pattern is typical for a summer trough lingering off the New South Wales coast, bringing patchy rain but no thunderstorms or damaging gusts.

Feels‑like range22–28 °C (moderate humidity)
Rain chance40% today, 20% tonight
Sun hoursSunrise 6:32 am, sunset 7:54 pm
UV indexVery high (11+) – slip, slop, slap
Will the rain affect Sydney’s outdoor plans this weekend?

Showers are isolated and light, so most parks, coastal walks and barbecues should go ahead. Keep a brolly handy from mid‑afternoon; the odd spit won’t ruin a day out at Bondi or along the Parramatta River.

Why does Sydney feel more humid than the forecast suggests?

The north‑easterly airflow pushes moisture off the Tasman Sea into the coastal suburbs, pushing the dew point into the low 20s. Inland areas like Penrith will feel noticeably drier – check the live forecast above for your exact suburb.

When will the next southerly change clear Sydney?

A weak southerly buster is possible by Tuesday, which would drop temperatures by 5–7 °C and push the rain band south. For now, stick with the live forecast above for the latest timing.

For statewide conditions, see our Australia weather hub or check the latest Sydney Weather page. If you’re travelling south, the Melbourne Weather page has a different story today.