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Sydney cycling weather
Cycling in Sydney combines coastal routes and inland climbs with changing conditions.
See wind, rain and temperature along every kilometre of your route — not just at the start.
Why a city forecast isn't enough
City forecasts don't reflect coastal wind or inland heat. RouteWeather shows route-level weather.
What changes along a long route
- Coastal winds
- Heat inland
- Humidity
- Changing conditions
- Timing affects performance
Climate overview
| Month |
Temp Day
|
Temp Night
|
Sunny Days
|
Sun Hours
|
Rain Days
|
Precipitation
|
Humidity
|
UV Index
|
Day Length
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 25°C | 19°C | 24 | 9.8h | 22 | 189 mm | 75 % | 2 | 14h 6m |
| Feb | 26°C | 19°C | 23 | 10.4h | 19 | 66 mm | 73 % | 3 | 13h 18m |
| Mar | 25°C | 20°C | 24 | 9.6h | 22 | 113 mm | 70 % | 4 | 12h 17m |
| Apr | 23°C | 15°C | 28 | 9.5h | 19 | 100 mm | 68 % | 5 | 11h 14m |
| May | 19°C | 13°C | 23 | 7.6h | 20 | 195 mm | 65 % | 6 | 10h 22m |
| Jun | 16°C | 8°C | 30 | 9.1h | 5 | 16 mm | 67 % | 7 | 9h 56m |
| Jul | 16°C | 9°C | 24 | 8.0h | 9 | 125 mm | 66 % | 8 | 10h 8m |
| Aug | 17°C | 10°C | 22 | 7.7h | 20 | 233 mm | 68 % | 7 | 10h 53m |
| Sep | 22°C | 12°C | 28 | 10.8h | 7 | 79 mm | 70 % | 5 | 11h 53m |
| Oct | 26°C | 15°C | 27 | 10.1h | 10 | 32 mm | 72 % | 4 | 12h 56m |
| Nov | 26°C | 16°C | 29 | 11.3h | 15 | 48 mm | 76 % | 2 | 13h 52m |
| Dec | 26°C | 17°C | 27 | 11.0h | 19 | 68 mm | 77 % | 2 | 14h 21m |
See it in action
Try example route in SydneyFrequently asked questions
Best time to ride?
Early morning or late afternoon.
Main challenge?
Heat and wind.