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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sydney in October

A great time to visit. The best months for Sydney are February, October, November and December. In October, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A great time to visit.
Avg temp
20°C
Rainfall
32 mm
Crowds
Ideal
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In October, Sydney is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 20°C with about 32mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Sydney in October

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

General Post Office, Sydney
The General Post Office is a heritage-listed landmark building located in Martin Place, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The original building was constructed in two stages begi
Sydney Cenotaph
The Sydney Cenotaph is a heritage-listed monument located in Martin Place, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It was designed by Bertram Mackennal and built from 1927 to 1929 b
343 George Street, Sydney
343 George Street, Sydney is a heritage-listed former bank building and now nine-storey retail and commercial premises. It is located at 343 George Street in the Sydney central bus
1999 Sydney hailstorm
On the afternoon 14 April 1999, a powerful hailstorm formed north of Nowra and moved north toward the city of Sydney in New South Wales, Australia. It was the costliest natural dis
Local food tour of Sydney
Taste the signature dishes of Sydney.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Sydney in October: FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Sydney?+

A great time to visit. Sydney's best months are generally February, October, November and December.

What is the weather like in Sydney in October?+

Expect average temperatures around 20°C. Rainfall averages about 32mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Sydney in October?+

Based on the typical October weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Sydney in October?+

Popular things to do include General Post Office, Sydney, Sydney Cenotaph, 343 George Street, Sydney and 1999 Sydney hailstorm. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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