Sydney
January
Weather in Sydney for January 2026
Your guide to Sydney weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Sydney in January is quite snowy, averaging 15 snowy days.
According to Sydney snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, January 2026 in Sydney is slightly cooler than the historical average by -1.3 °C.
The forecast for the upcoming days in Sydney predicts a temperature of -4.8 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Sydney at the beginning of January is 0.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of -3.6 °C by the end of January.
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11
Dry days
5
Rainy days
15
Snow days
1°/-4°
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27 km/h
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78 %
Avg humidity
Sydney Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Sydney
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January weather in Sydney day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-3° | 15.8 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 2 Jan. |  Overcast | 2° /-3° | 16.4 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Overcast | 0° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-5° | 0.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 6 Jan. |  Light snow | -1° /-6° | 10.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 11.2 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light snow | 1° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. |  Light snow showers | 0° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. |  Heavy snow | 4° /-2° | 8.3 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 11 Jan. |  Cloudy | 1° /-3° | 17.1 mm | 5.8 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Cloudy | 0° /-4° | 15.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-4° | 3.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 14 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /0° | 14.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 5° /0° | 16.6 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 3° /-2° | 24.2 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /-2° | 5.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 2° /-2° | 17.8 mm | 2 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy moderate snow | 2° /-4° | 9.5 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 21 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | -2° /-7° | 1.8 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 22 Jan. |  Sunny | 0° /-6° | 5.8 mm | 2.3 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Overcast | 1° /-6° | 8.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | -1° /-7° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Cloudy | -3° /-8° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 1° /-7° | 11.5 mm | 3.3 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 0° /-5° | 5.2 mm | 3.3 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -7° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Sunny | -6° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Partly cloudy | -7° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Sunny | -3° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Sydney in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Sydney forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Sydney in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Sydney during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Sydney during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 149.7 mm is expected in Sydney during January, occurring over more than 5 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Sydney in January 2026?
Sydney experiences an average snowfall of 17.3617 cm during January, occurring over 15 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Sydney during January?
The average wind speed in Sydney during January is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Sydney snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Sydney sees 15 snowy days during January, with approximately 17.4 cm of total snowfall.
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Typically, Sydney has 5 rainy days in January with a total of 149.7 mm of rainfall.
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