Sydney in July
So, what's Sydney actually like in July? In a word: mild. It's winter, and the days are averaging 16.1 degrees.
Daytime highs average 16.1 degrees, dropping to 8.4 degrees overnight. That's a 8-degree swing between day and night. Manageable with a decent layer, and you'll warm up by midday.
July is 6.1 degrees cooler than Sydney's yearly average.
Rainfall in July averages 38mm over about 10 days. That means roughly a 33% chance of rain on any given day, pack a compact umbrella just in case.
Sunshine-wise, July delivers around 10.2 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the moderate category. Sunscreen is still wise, especially if you burn easily.
July scores 3.9/10 on our Comfort Score. It's the tough end of the year weather-wise.
Packing tip: bring layers you can peel on and off.
The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in July.
July at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in July. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Layered clothing for mild to cool conditions
- Extra layers for chilly nights
- Proper rain gear for frequent showers
Coming From Overseas?
How July in Sydney stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 8 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 15 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 14 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How July Compares
Sydney's monthly climate at a glance. July is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.6 | 19.7 | 118mm | 7.8 |
| Feb | 26.5 | 19.5 | 82mm | 7.8 |
| Mar | 25.5 | 17.2 | 59mm | 8.9 |
| Apr | 21.9 | 14.0 | 160mm | 7.2 |
| May | 18.8 | 11.4 | 160mm | 4.2 |
| Jun | 16.0 | 7.7 | 140mm | 2.6 |
| Jul | 16.1 | 8.4 | 38mm | 3.9 |
| Aug | 19.4 | 10.1 | 36mm | 6.7 |
| Sep | 22.2 | 11.0 | 60mm | 9.0 |
| Oct | 21.7 | 12.6 | 41mm | 8.8 |
| Nov | 25.2 | 17.6 | 121mm | 8.7 |
| Dec | 26.8 | 19.1 | 53mm | 8.8 |