01Weather
Sydney weather in November
Afternoons in November average 25.5 °C (78 °F) and nights cool to 16.8 °C (62 °F). The month brings about 75 mm (3.0 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with October it is 1.2 °C warmer; December is 2.2 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical November | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 32 °C / 89 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 21 °C / 69 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 14 °C / 57 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 4.4 | 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 | 26 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest November day 2016–2025 | 43.0 °C / 10.3 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November | 05:54 | 19:22 | 13.5 h |
| 15 November | 05:43 | 19:36 | 13.9 h |
| 30 November | 05:37 | 19:50 | 14.2 h |
Daylight grows by about 42 minutes over the month. Times are local (Australia/Sydney).
03Crowds
How busy Sydney is in November
busy The main sights are busy in November. What drives it:
- Sculpture by the Sea
- beach season opens
- warm, drier days
04Public holidays
Public holidays in November 2026
No public holidays in Australia fall in November, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Sydney in November
Every year in November
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jacaranda season | late October to November, Kirribilli and the North Shore | seasonal |
07Packing
What to pack for Sydney in November
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- something for heat: 4 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
November is warm and increasingly summery, with afternoons around 24 °C, beach patrols running, Sculpture by the Sea in the first week and the jacarandas at their peak in the first half. It is drier than summer, with rain on about nine days, and less crowded, making it one of the best months for the beaches. Prices climb toward December. Sea temperatures reach 21 °C.
The Sydney to Hobart yachts gather in the Harbour from late November. The Christmas lights switch on at Martin Place in the final week. The Newtown Festival and the Sydney Harbour swims fill the weekends. Bushfire season begins and smoke can reach the city on hot, windy days. For Christmas on Bondi and New Year's Eve, see December.
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 November? See the best time to visit Sydney.
10Elsewhere
November in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne in November | 23 °C | 9 |
| Singapore in November | 31 °C | 18 |
| Bangkok in November | 33 °C | – |
| Tokyo in November | 17 °C | 8 |
| Kyoto in November | 18 °C | 7 |
| Shanghai in November | 19 °C | 10 |
11FAQ
Sydney in November: your questions
Is November a good time to visit Sydney?
November is one of the best months to visit Sydney. Daytime highs average 26 °C (78 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Sydney in November?
Expect warm days around 26 °C (78 °F) and nights near 17 °C (62 °F). One November in ten brings afternoons above 32 °C, and one in ten stays below 21 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney in November?
November brings about 75 mm (3.0 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 26 percent.
What should I wear in Sydney in November?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Sydney crowded in November?
The main sights are busy in November. Main drivers: Sculpture by the Sea; beach season opens; warm, drier days.
What time does it get dark in Sydney in November?
Around the middle of November the sun sets at about 19:36 and rises at 05:43, giving 13.9 hours of daylight.