Sydney Weather in February

Sydney in February sees high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 20°C (68°F). With the highest rainfall of the year it is wise to pack an umbrella and expect frequent showers.

Rainfall in Sydney in February

As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Typically, about 12 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 110 mm (4.3 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Sydney in February

Sydney in February gets highs of 26°C (79°F) during the day and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 20°C (68°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

Sunshine in Sydney in February

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 207 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

Wind Speed in Sydney in February

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during February. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Average water temperature in February

At 20°C (68°F), the water is pleasant for swimming. Most people find this range ideal — cool enough to be refreshing, warm enough to stay in comfortably.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Sydney. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Australia, check out our Sydney's climate page.

Sydney Temperature in February

Min Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Max Temperature 26°C (79°F)  

Water Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 110 mm (4.3 in)  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 62%  

Windspeed 4 m/s (8 knots)  

Sunshine 207 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 54%  

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sydney typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 20°C (68°F).

Average temperatures in February

‹ Select year to compare to 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 ›

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in February

‹ Select year to compare to 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 ›

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Historical weather for Sydney in February

Browse day-by-day weather records for Sydney spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Historical weather Temperatures Precipitation

‹ 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 ›

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Sydney historical weather extremes in February

Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Sydney.

• On February 8, 1983, temperatures climbed to 41°C (106°F), marking the warmest February day on record.
• Sydney experienced its chilliest February day on February 13, 1996, reaching only 18°C (64°F).
• Sydney registered its coldest February night on February 16, 1985, with temperatures dropping to 10°C (50°F).

What to Wear in Sydney in February

Warm but pleasant conditions in Sydney in February. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With water temperatures around 20°C (68°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Sydney in February

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Australia, check out our Sydney's climate page.

More climate data for Sydney

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp

See the full Sydney climate overview or explore weather in Australia.