Sydney AU

May 12, 2026 · 9:12 pm

16°
Partly cloudy
Feels like 16°C
Humidity
83%
Wind
10 km/h S
Pressure
1034 hPa
Cloud
53%

Hourly

Now 8% 17°
1:00 am 4% 17°
2:00 am 4% 17°
3:00 am 6% 17°
4:00 am 8% 17°
5:00 am 10% 16°
6:00 am 13% 16°
7:00 am 16% 16°
8:00 am 20% 18°
9:00 am 24% 19°
10:00 am 29% 20°
11:00 am 36% 20°
12:00 pm 43% 20°
1:00 pm 45% 20°
2:00 pm 37% 20°
3:00 pm 23% 20°
4:00 pm 12% 19°
5:00 pm 7% 18°
6:00 pm 5% 17°
7:00 pm 6% 18°
8:00 pm 9% 18°
9:00 pm 14% 18°
10:00 pm 22% 18°
11:00 pm 33% 17°

7-day forecast

Times in Australia/Sydney

Air quality

Fair

24
PM2.5
11.1 µg/m³
PM10
14 µg/m³
O₃
36 µg/m³
NO₂
19.2 µg/m³
SO₂
2.7 µg/m³
CO
91 µg/m³
UV index

Low

0

No protection needed.

Wind

S

Sun

10h 28m of daylight

Sunrise 1778567820
Sunset 1778605500

Local weather guide

Sydney weather: practical forecast guide

Autumn

Today’s overview

Sydney weather today is shaped by partly cloudy conditions, with temperatures near 16°C and local outdoor plans depending mainly on wind, humidity and visibility.

Cloud cover in Sydney can soften sunlight but temperatures may still feel different in open areas.

Climate context

The climate profile of Sydney is best understood through daily temperature swings, rainfall probability, wind direction and the seasonal pattern of sunshine.

During autumn, conditions in Sydney can feel different from the raw temperature because cloud cover, wind and humidity change the real comfort level.

Travel and outdoor planning

Travelers in Sydney should check the hourly forecast before leaving, especially when rain probability or stronger afternoon winds are present.

The best clothing choice in Sydney is a flexible layer system when the forecast shows mixed conditions during the day.

Air, wind and comfort

When air quality is moderate or poor in Sydney, sensitive people may prefer shorter outdoor activity and better-ventilated indoor spaces.

People in Sydney should pay attention to rapid weather changes when pressure drops, clouds build quickly or wind speeds increase.

ConditionPartly cloudy
Feels like16°C
Humidity83%
Wind10 km/h
Rain today1.3 mm
UV index4
Air quality
Population1,000,000

Weather outlook for Sydney

DayForecastHigh / LowRainWind
May 12, 2026 Moderate drizzle 20°C / 16°C 1.3 mm 20 km/h
May 13, 2026 Moderate rain 18°C / 15°C 11 mm 17 km/h
May 14, 2026 Moderate drizzle 20°C / 13°C 2.6 mm 14 km/h
May 15, 2026 Light drizzle 19°C / 13°C 0.6 mm 11 km/h
May 16, 2026 Light drizzle 21°C / 12°C 0.3 mm 10 km/h

Questions about weather in Sydney

What is the weather like in Sydney today?

The current forecast for Sydney shows partly cloudy conditions around 16°C, with wind near 10 km/h and humidity around 83%.

When is the best time to go outside in Sydney?

Check the hourly forecast and choose periods with lower wind, comfortable temperature, stable visibility and safer UV levels.

Does weather in Sydney change quickly?

Local weather can change during the day, especially when cloud cover, pressure, humidity or wind direction changes.

Weather notice Forecasts are for general planning. During severe weather, follow official alerts and local authority instructions.