Adelaide vs Sydney in January

Adelaide and Sydney are nearly tied in January — 85 vs 82 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Adelaide is hot, dry, clean air; Sydney is warm, rainy, clean air.

Adelaide vs SydneyJanuary climate, side by side

AdelaideSydney
Comfort score85/100 (A)82/100 (A)
Feels-like high30°C27°C
Avg high / low30° / 17°24° / 20°
Rainfall26 mm126 mm
Rainy days310
Humidity55%75%
Air quality (AQI)2546

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Adelaide vs Sydney in January — FAQ

Is January better in Adelaide or Sydney?
Adelaide and Sydney are nearly tied in January — 85 vs 82 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Adelaide is hot, dry, clean air; Sydney is warm, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Adelaide vs Sydney in January?
In January, Adelaide averages 30°C high / 17°C low with about 26 mm of rain; Sydney averages 24°C high / 20°C low with about 126 mm.