🇨🇦 Vancouver vs 🇦🇺 Sydney

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Vancouver

light rain

45°F

Light Rain

Feels like 41°F

H 47°F / L 43°F

Humidity: 92%

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Sydney

broken clouds

70°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 71°F

H 71°F / L 69°F

Humidity: 80%

Climate Overview

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Vancouver

Vancouver has one of Canada's mildest climates thanks to its Pacific coast location and mountain barrier to the east. Winters are mild and very rainy; summers are warm and dry — the reverse of most European and east coast cities. The city rarely sees snow or extreme heat.

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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).

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇨🇦 Vancouver🇦🇺 Sydney
Spring

60–73°F

September–November

Summer

72–82°F

December–February

Fall

62–75°F

March–May

Winter

50–63°F

June–August

Vancouver vs Sydney: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vancouver or Sydney have better weather?

Vancouver and Sydney have very different climates. Vancouver has one of Canada's mildest climates thanks to its Pacific coast location and mountain bar Sydney: Humid subtropical — warm summers, mild winters, year-round sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Vancouver vs Sydney?

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

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