Australia Sydney Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Sydney is Excellent
November is Excellent for Sydney.
November is pre-summer — 24°C daytime, 16°C nights, sea warming to 20°C (swim-comfortable for most). Hotel prices climb 30-40% from October. Tourist numbers rising but still below January-February peak.
Melbourne Cup (first Tuesday November) is Australia's most-celebrated horse race — even non-racing fans dress up and bet. Sydney bars + offices celebrate with afternoon parties + champagne. The Australian social-calendar week.
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Sydney November Weather Stats
Avg High
24°C
Avg Low
16°C
Rainy Days
11
84mm total
Sunshine
7.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
Comfortable
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
17 km/h
Gusts 35
Sea Temp
20°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
27°C
Nighttime
16°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
17 km/h
Max gust 35 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sea warming to swim-comfort (20°C)
- Last shoulder-season pricing before peak
- Spring + summer activities all available
Cons
- Hotel prices climbing weekly
- UV index 11 (extreme) returning
- Beach crowds returning
November Events & Festivals
- Melbourne Cup Day (first Tuesday November — major across Australia)
- Sculpture by the Sea concludes (early November)
- Hotel prices climbing toward summer peak
Sydney in November — Full Picture
November is pre-summer — 24°C daytime, 16°C nights, sea warming to 20°C (swim-comfortable for most). Hotel prices climb 30-40% from October. Tourist numbers rising but still below January-February peak.
Melbourne Cup (first Tuesday November) is Australia's most-celebrated horse race — even non-racing fans dress up and bet. Sydney bars + offices celebrate with afternoon parties + champagne. The Australian social-calendar week.
Beach activities ramp up. Surf lessons + Bondi Icebergs swimming + Manly ferry all return to peak operation. Coastal Walk is at year's most-comfortable temperature for hiking.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late spring tilting to early summer — T-shirts + shorts. Light layer for cooler evenings. Swimming returns at 20°C sea. Sunscreen mandatory.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
22°C
14.3°C
12.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
17°C
8.7°C
10.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current22°C
13.3°C
10.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
25.7°C
18.3°C
11.7/mo
Sydney Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 26° | 19° | 12d·102mm | 7.5h | 65% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 26° | 19° | 12d·117mm | 7h | 67% | 12 | Busy | Peak |
| 25° | 17° | 13d·130mm | 6.5h | 67% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 15° | 12d·127mm | 6.5h | 66% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 11° | 12d·121mm | 6h | 68% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 9° | 11d·132mm | 5.5h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 16° | 8° | 10d·98mm | 6h | 68% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 9° | 10d·81mm | 6.5h | 64% | 6 | Moderate | Low season | |
| September (Best) | 20° | 11° | 10d·70mm | 7h | 60% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| October (Best) | 22° | 13° | 11d·78mm | 7h | 60% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| November (Best) | 24° | 16° | 11d·84mm | 7.5h | 60% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 25° | 17° | 11d·78mm | 7.5h | 62% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Sydney?
Sydney in November is Excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Sydney in November?
Sydney November averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C.
Does it rain much in Sydney in November?
Sydney November averages 84mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Sydney in November?
Late spring tilting to early summer — T-shirts + shorts. Light layer for cooler evenings. Swimming returns at 20°C sea. Sunscreen mandatory.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Sydney in November?
Sydney November sunrise is 05:42 and sunset is 19:36, with 13h 54m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Sydney in November?
Sydney November air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Sydney in November?
In November, Sydney is great for Beach + swimming, Coastal Walk, Melbourne Cup Day.
Is November peak season in Sydney?
Sydney November crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.