Sydney weather in February (New South Wales, Australia)

What can you expect from the weather in Sydney during February? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In February, Sydney generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 26°C. But by evening, they drop to around 20°C.

Sydney in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 207 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Sydney. January, March, April, May, September, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sydney climate page with graphs.

 

Sydney, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 62%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 207 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54%  

Where to go in Australia in February

Find out more about the weather in Australia in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sydney in February?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 20°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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