🇳🇿 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.
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Climate at a glance
| 🇳🇿 Auckland | 🇦🇺 Sydney | |
|---|---|---|
| Avg annual high | 19°C | 22°C |
| Hottest month | January · 24°C | January · 26°C |
| Coldest month | July (8°C low) | July (8°C low) |
| Rainy days / year | 147 | 125 |
| Snow | Rare | Rare |
| Best months to visit | February, March, December | April, 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).
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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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