Sydney in December
A calm first fortnight is followed by the most expensive two weeks of the year, when harbour-view accommodation for New Year’s Eve has been booked since last January.
Is December a good time to visit Sydney?
December is one of the busiest months in Sydney, at about 86/100. If you can move your dates, August is far calmer.
What’s on in December
- Australian summer school holidays begin mid-month
- Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race starts on Boxing Day
- New Year’s Eve fireworks on the harbour
Best days in December
Weekdays are almost always calmer than weekends.
Tue is normally the calmest day of the week.
Best hours in December
The daily rhythm, hour by hour.
The 9:00 AM window is usually the calmest of the day.
Weather in December
Typical highs, lows and wet days.
How December compares
Every month in Sydney, ranked by how calm it is.
Quieter alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is December a good month to visit Sydney?
December is one of the busiest months in Sydney, at about 86/100. If you can move your dates, August is far calmer.
How crowded is Sydney in December?
Sydney sits at roughly 86/100 in December on our crowd scale, which is 20 points above the yearly average. The quietest month is August.
What is the weather like in Sydney in December?
Expect highs around 26°C and lows near 18°C in December, with about 11 wet days across the month.