🇳🇿 Auckland vs Sydney 🇦🇺

Auckland, New Zealand vs Sydney, Australia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Sydney is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. Sydney is drier, with roughly 22 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇿 Auckland🇦🇺 Sydney
Avg annual high19°C22°C
Hottest monthJanuary (24°C)January (26°C)
Coldest monthJuly (8°C low)July (8°C low)
Rainy days / year147125
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Best months to visitFebruary, March, DecemberApril, September, October

🇳🇿 Auckland

Best around February, March, December. Hottest in January (24°C), coldest lows in July (8°C).

🇦🇺 Sydney

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in January (26°C), coldest lows in July (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Auckland or Sydney warmer?

Sydney is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Auckland or Sydney?

Auckland is rainier — Sydney sees about 22 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Auckland vs Sydney?

Auckland is best around February, March, December; Sydney is best around April, September, October.

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