01Weather
Sydney weather in February
Afternoons in February average 27.7 °C (82 °F) and nights cool to 20.0 °C (68 °F). The month brings about 147 mm (5.8 in) of rain spread over roughly 10 days. Compared with January it is 0.7 °C cooler; March is 1.2 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical February | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 32 °C / 90 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 23 °C / 74 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 17 °C / 63 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 7.2 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 33 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest February day 2016–2025 | 42.9 °C / 14.3 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 06:17 | 20:00 | 13.7 h |
| 15 February | 06:30 | 19:47 | 13.3 h |
| 28 February | 06:42 | 19:32 | 12.8 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 54 minutes over the month. Times are local (Australia/Sydney).
03Crowds
How busy Sydney is in February
busy The main sights are busy in February. What drives it:
- Mardi Gras season
- warmest sea of the year
- schools back early February
04Public holidays
Public holidays in February 2027
No public holidays in Australia fall in February, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Sydney in February
Every year in February
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras | mid-February to early March, parade on Oxford Street | festival |
07Packing
What to pack for Sydney in February
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 7 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
February is the warmest sea month, around 24 °C, and still hot and humid, with afternoons around 27 °C, and the Mardi Gras season opening mid-month with a programme of events leading to the parade in early March. Schools return in the first week, so crowds ease a little. Late-summer storms are common, with rain on about twelve days. It is still peak pricing but with fewer families on the beaches.
The Lunar New Year festival fills Chinatown and Darling Harbour. The Sydney Festival ends in late January. Bluebottle warnings are frequent on north-easterly days. The coastal walks from Bondi to Coogee and Manly to Spit are best in the early morning. For the settled autumn weather and the Mardi Gras parade, see March.
09Compare
Sydney month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28 °C | 20 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| February | 28 °C | 20 °C | 10 | – | busy | Good |
| March | 26 °C | 19 °C | 11 | – | busy | Good |
| April | 24 °C | 16 °C | 9 | – | busy | Good |
| May | 21 °C | 12 °C | 6 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| June | 18 °C | 10 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| July | 19 °C | 9 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| August | 20 °C | 10 °C | 6 | – | quiet | Excellent |
| September | 22 °C | 12 °C | 7 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| October | 24 °C | 15 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 26 °C | 17 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| December | 28 °C | 19 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about February? See the best time to visit Sydney.
10Elsewhere
February in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne in February | 27 °C | 5 |
| Singapore in February | 31 °C | 6 |
| Bangkok in February | 34 °C | – |
| Tokyo in February | 12 °C | 7 |
| Kyoto in February | 11 °C | 8 |
| Shanghai in February | 11 °C | 12 |
11FAQ
Sydney in February: your questions
Is February a good time to visit Sydney?
February is a good month to visit Sydney. Daytime highs average 28 °C (82 °F), rain falls on about 10 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Sydney in February?
Expect warm days around 28 °C (82 °F) and nights near 20 °C (68 °F). One February in ten brings afternoons above 32 °C, and one in ten stays below 23 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney in February?
February brings about 147 mm (5.8 in) of rain over roughly 10 days, which is showery by Sydney standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 33 percent.
What should I wear in Sydney in February?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Sydney crowded in February?
The main sights are busy in February. Main drivers: Mardi Gras season; warmest sea of the year; schools back early February.
What time does it get dark in Sydney in February?
Around the middle of February the sun sets at about 19:47 and rises at 06:30, giving 13.3 hours of daylight.