🇦🇺 Sydney vs 🇺🇸 Vancouver

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Sydney

light rain

61°F

Light Rain

Feels like 61°F

H 62°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 89%

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Vancouver

overcast clouds

54°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 53°F

H 59°F / L 51°F

Humidity: 72%

Climate Overview

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Sydney

Humid subtropical — warm summers, mild winters, year-round sunshine

Best monthsSeptember, October, November, March, April
AvoidJanuary, February (heat waves), July (coolest and grey)
Annual rain48 inches (1,217 mm)

Sydney enjoys one of the world's best climates. Summers are warm with beach weather; winters are mild enough for outdoor activities. The city is split between coastal suburbs (cooled by sea breezes) and inland western suburbs (dramatically hotter in summer).

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Vancouver

Vancouver Washington (not Canada) sits across the Columbia River from Portland, sharing its Willamette Valley climate but with some differences from the river position. The Columbia creates a weather boundary and occasional east winds from the Gorge can be extreme. Vancouver benefits from Oregon's outdoor-focused culture while avoiding Oregon's income tax.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇦🇺 Sydney🇺🇸 Vancouver
Spring

60–73°F

September–November

Summer

72–82°F

December–February

Fall

62–75°F

March–May

Winter

50–63°F

June–August

Sydney vs Vancouver: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sydney or Vancouver have better weather?

Sydney and Vancouver have very different climates. Humid subtropical — warm summers, mild winters, year-round sunshine Vancouver: Vancouver Washington (not Canada) sits across the Columbia River from Portland, sharing its Willamet. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Sydney vs Vancouver?

Best time for Sydney: September, October, November, March, April. Best time for Vancouver: spring and fall.

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