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Sydney's winter weather has stayed mostly dry and cool, with the Bureau of Meteorology's latest Observatory Hill observations showing no rain and temperatures sliding quickly after a mild afternoon.

Sydney Scoop Newsroom·8 June 2026· 3 min

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As the autumn chill settles over the city, Sydneysiders are abandoning the beach for the comforts of fireside dining and sheltered suburban hubs.

Ariana Patel·18 May 2026· 2 min

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As Vivid Sydney kicks off, navigating the harbour's brisk May microclimates requires tactical layering and a healthy respect for the evening wind-chill.

Joel Pereira·15 May 2026· 3 min

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As Sydney shifts into the cooler months, April property data shows a rare dip in prices, changing the game for weekend open homes across the city.

Maddie Chen·1 May 2026· 3 min

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Early climate models for 2026–27 suggest a massive El Niño event is on the horizon, threatening Sydney with record-breaking heat and dry spells.

Eli Tran·20 April 2026· 3 min

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Sydney's night sky is set for a cosmic boost as the Lyrid meteor shower peaks this April, promising fireballs and streaks of light for local stargazers.

Liana Ross·15 April 2026· 3 min

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Sydney prepares for a slower Sunday as daylight saving ends on April 5, 2026, trading late beach sunsets for an extra hour of precious sleep.

Sam Okafor·5 April 2026· 2 min

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Sydney sky-watchers are prepping for the April Pink Moon, a celestial event promising a brilliant display over the harbour if the coastal clouds play fair.

Tom Whittaker·30 March 2026· 3 min

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Sydney prepares to wind back the clocks on April 5, 2026, marking the end of summer hours and the return of brighter commutes across the city.

Ariana Patel·26 March 2026· 2 min

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Sydney is set for a celestial showstopper as a total lunar eclipse turns the night sky deep crimson, providing a rare spectacle for the entire city.

Joel Pereira·20 March 2026· 3 min

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The world’s fastest catamarans are back on Sydney Harbour, but the success of the SailGP weekend hinges on a favourable forecast from the BOM.

Maddie Chen·28 February 2026· 3 min

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Sydney sky-watchers are prepping for a late-night spectacle as a Blood Moon lunar eclipse prepares to turn the Harbour City’s night sky crimson.

Eli Tran·20 February 2026· 3 min

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Business conditions across Sydney have cooled after a busy start to summer, as local operators grapple with rising costs and a shift in consumer spending habits.

Liana Ross·10 February 2026· 3 min

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Sydney’s property market is off to a slow, humid start as buyers swap open-home queues for coastal escapes and wait out the summer heat.

Sam Okafor·30 January 2026· 3 min

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Sydney prepares for its first unrestricted summer since the repeal of the lockout laws, marking a major turning point for the city’s nightlife and late-night economy.

Tom Whittaker·21 January 2026· 2 min

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Sydney’s coastline is set for a stunning celestial display as the first full moon of 2026 rises over the Tasman Sea this week.

Ariana Patel·3 January 2026· 3 min

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The 2024 Sydney to Hobart fleet faces a punishing start as a cold front and heavy rain replace the usual Boxing Day sunshine.

Joel Pereira·25 December 2025· 3 min

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Sydney is trading the traditional holiday heatwave for a cooler, overcast Christmas, offering a reprieve for outdoor hosts but a quieter day for the city's beaches.

Maddie Chen·18 December 2025· 3 min

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Sydney is bracing for a damp and humid start to summer, though early forecasts offer a glimmer of hope for a dry and sunny Christmas Day.

Eli Tran·2 December 2025· 2 min

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A deadly storm system has ripped through New South Wales, claiming one life and plunging thousands of Sydney homes into darkness while crippling the city’s rail network.

Liana Ross·26 November 2025· 3 min

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Sydney faces a volatile mix of soaring temperatures and severe thunderstorm warnings as late-spring weather patterns create high fire risks across New South Wales.

Sam Okafor·26 November 2025· 3 min

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Sydney is on high alert as a massive weather system sweeps across eastern Australia, bringing a high risk of severe thunderstorms and flash flooding to the metro area.

Tom Whittaker·15 November 2025· 2 min

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Sydney is bracing for an unseasonable October heatwave as temperatures soar up to 18C above average, sparking health warnings and record-breaking concerns across the state.

Ariana Patel·20 October 2025· 2 min

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Western Sydney is bracing for a 37C October heat spike as hot air from the interior sends temperatures soaring across the Cumberland Plain.

Joel Pereira·17 October 2025· 3 min

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Sydney’s summer remains a toss-up as meteorologists monitor a hovering La Niña signal that could bring either humidity or heavy rain.

Maddie Chen·17 October 2025· 3 min

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Greater Sydney's spring has started with a literal splash as the Bureau of Meteorology confirms record-breaking rainfall levels and above-average totals across the city.

Eli Tran·30 September 2025· 2 min

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Sydney has shattered a 145-year weather record as a relentless spring deluge brings destructive winds, massive surf, and the heaviest September rainfall since the 19th century.

Liana Ross·11 September 2025· 2 min

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Sydney's morning commute turned into a logistical nightmare as flash flooding swamped city streets while regional NSW faced the rare fury of confirmed tornadoes.

Sam Okafor·11 September 2025· 2 min

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Observatory Hill hit 34.6°C during Sydney's September 2023 heatwave, equalling the city's hottest September day on record and pushing spring well into summer territory.

Sam Okafor·18 September 2023· 2 min

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A severe storm cut power to more than 60,000 homes and businesses across Sydney on a Saturday evening in February 2023, bringing down trees and disrupting traffic.

Maya Chen·18 February 2023· 2 min