AustraliaAverage weather for Sydney in October
It's warm in October in Sydney with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 16°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Sydney with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 15°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Sydney is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sydney is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
In October, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Sydney in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
22°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
69 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
8 days | 13 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Sydney?
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Sydney. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2019, Sydney reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Sydney
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Sydney, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Sydney
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Sydney, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Sydney.
Daily UV index in October in Sydney
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Sydney, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Sydney over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Sydney, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Sydney over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Sydney, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Sydney
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sydney. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Sydney by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sydney. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
