Best time to visit New South Wales

Q: When is the best time to visit New South Wales?

The best time to visit New South Wales (Sydney) is October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in New South Wales?

The hottest time of year in Sydney, New South Wales is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in New South Wales?

In terms of rainfall, March is usually the wettest month in Sydney, New South Wales with 153mm on average. There are normally 13 days in March with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in New South Wales?

The sunniest time of year in Sydney, New South Wales is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 67% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in New South Wales?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Sydney, New South Wales in February when the water temperature reaches 23°C.

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When is the best time to visit New South Wales?

The best time to visit New South Wales (Sydney) is October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in New South Wales?

The hottest time of year in Sydney, New South Wales is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in New South Wales?

In terms of rainfall, March is usually the wettest month in Sydney, New South Wales with 153mm on average. There are normally 13 days in March with some rain.

When is it sunniest in New South Wales?

The sunniest time of year in Sydney, New South Wales is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 67% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in New South Wales?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Sydney, New South Wales in February when the water temperature reaches 23°C.