After the hot-one-day-cold-the-next start Sydney has had to summer, it helps to know what the weather gods have in store for us this Christmas. So that we can figure out we'll be feasting on prawns and pavlova, and whether the game of backyard cricket and swim in the pool (or dash under the sprinkler) will be on. Will Sydney be blessed with sunshine this year? Let's find out...
What will Sydney’s Christmas Day weather be like?
Bring your sunny personality to the Christmas party because, sorry, the weather forecast says it's going to be a bit of a dull day, weather-wise. We guess it's good we’re not in for a sweltering hot Chrissy – but it looks like we’re not going to have a bright day, either. According to AccuWeather, temperatures in Sydney on December 25 are expected to hit a high of 23°C and a low of 18°C. The good news? You won’t be slaving over a hot stove if you’re making ham, turkey and all the trimmings.
Is it meant to rain in Sydney on Christmas Day?
Hosting Christmas in your backyard? At this stage, we might get a spot of rain in the morning followed by a shower in the afternoon; it's not forecast to be heavy rain – just a sprinkle. There will be quite a bit of cloud cover, but make sure to slip, slop, slap if you're spending heaps of time outdoors as the UV will be deceptively high.
What will the Sydney weather on Christmas Eve be like?
Christmas Eve is shaping up to be sunny and warm with a top of 29°C expected. The UV index will be very high, so make sure to use sun protection. Stay hydrated (and we’re not talking about alcohol).
What will the weather on Boxing Day in Sydney be like?
Hitting the Boxing Day sales or going over to a friend’s place for Christmas leftovers? Much like Christmas in terms of weather, December 26 could see the city hit a top of 23°C and a low of 17°C. And there’s almost no chance of showers – yippee!
Having said this, the weather can turn at any time, so let's cross our fingers and hope for the best. You can keep an eye on the weather here.
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