01Weather
Sydney weather in July
Afternoons in July average 18.7 °C (66 °F) and nights cool to 9.2 °C (49 °F). The month brings about 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with June it is 0.4 °C warmer; August is 0.9 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical July | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 22 °C / 72 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 60 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 6 °C / 43 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | 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 | 25 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest July day 2016–2025 | 27.0 °C / 4.2 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 July | 07:01 | 16:57 | 9.9 h |
| 15 July | 06:57 | 17:04 | 10.1 h |
| 31 July | 06:48 | 17:14 | 10.4 h |
Daylight grows by about 30 minutes over the month. Times are local (Australia/Sydney).
03Crowds
How busy Sydney is in July
moderate The main sights are moderate in July. What drives it:
- winter school holidays
- whale watching peak
- coolest month
04Public holidays
Public holidays in July 2027
No public holidays in Australia fall in July, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Sydney in July
Every year in July
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Whale watching season | May to November, humpback migration | nature |
07Packing
What to pack for Sydney in July
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
July is the coolest month, with afternoons around 17 °C and nights near 9 °C, clear skies and the winter school holidays in the first two weeks. Whale watching peaks, with humpbacks visible from the cliffs at North Head and Cape Solander. Hotel rates are among the lowest of the year. Coastal walks from Bondi to Coogee are at their best without the summer heat. Rain falls on about eight days.
The Bastille Festival at Circular Quay and the Sydney International Boat Show at Darling Harbour fill the end of July. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander NAIDOC Week falls in the first full week of July. Sea temperatures bottom out around 18 °C. For the driest, quietest, cheapest month, see August.
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 July? See the best time to visit Sydney.
10Elsewhere
July in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne in July | 14 °C | 11 |
| Singapore in July | 32 °C | 11 |
| Bangkok in July | 34 °C | 22 |
| Tokyo in July | 31 °C | 12 |
| Kyoto in July | 33 °C | 13 |
| Shanghai in July | 34 °C | 13 |
11FAQ
Sydney in July: your questions
Is July a good time to visit Sydney?
July is one of the best months to visit Sydney. Daytime highs average 19 °C (66 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Sydney in July?
Expect mild days around 19 °C (66 °F) and nights near 9 °C (49 °F). One July in ten brings afternoons above 22 °C, and one in ten stays below 16 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney in July?
July brings about 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by Sydney standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 25 percent.
What should I wear in Sydney in July?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Sydney crowded in July?
The main sights are moderate in July. Main drivers: winter school holidays; whale watching peak; coolest month.
What time does it get dark in Sydney in July?
Around the middle of July the sun sets at about 17:04 and rises at 06:57, giving 10.1 hours of daylight.