Verdict: Excellent month
Sydney Weather in August
August hits the sweet spot in Sydney — highs around 19°C (66°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 7 wet days in a typical year. Overall, August is one of the best months of the year to be in Sydney.
Average high
19°C / 66°F
Average low
9°C / 48°F
Rain days
~7
Precipitation
58 mm
What to pack for Sydney in August
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
August against the rest of the year
Warmest in Sydney: Jan (26°C / 79°F) · Coolest: Jun (17°C / 63°F) · Wettest: Mar (~17 rain days)
26°
19°
Jan
26°
19°
Feb
25°
17°
Mar
22°
14°
Apr
19°
11°
May
17°
8°
Jun
17°
8°
Jul
19°
9°
Aug
21°
11°
Sep
22°
13°
Oct
23°
15°
Nov
25°
17°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)