The upper mountains are much cooler than Sydney. Summers are warm with storms, winters are cold with frosts and occasional snow, and mist is common at any time.
Season by season
Spring (September–November)
Gardens in bloom, waterfalls flowing and pleasant walking weather. Leura’s gardens are at their best.
Summer (December–February)
Warm days, afternoon storms and the busiest weekends. Check bushfire ratings and track alerts.
Autumn (March–May)
Autumn leaves in the gardens of Leura and Mount Wilson, and stable weather for walking.
Winter (June–August)
Cold, clear days, cosy fires and the occasional snowfall. Fewer crowds midweek.
Month by month
| Month | Avg high / low | Wet days | Daylight | Our verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23° / 13°C | ≈13 | ≈14.2 h | Good |
| February | 22° / 13°C | ≈13 | ≈13.4 h | Good |
| March | 20° / 11°C | ≈13 | ≈12.3 h | Best |
| April | 16° / 8°C | ≈10 | ≈11.2 h | Best |
| May | 13° / 6°C | ≈10 | ≈10.3 h | Best |
| June | 10° / 3°C | ≈10 | ≈9.9 h | Good |
| July | 9° / 2°C | ≈9 | ≈10.1 h | Good |
| August | 11° / 3°C | ≈8 | ≈10.8 h | Good |
| September | 14° / 5°C | ≈9 | ≈11.8 h | Best |
| October | 17° / 8°C | ≈10 | ≈12.9 h | Best |
| November | 19° / 10°C | ≈12 | ≈13.8 h | Best |
| December | 22° / 12°C | ≈12 | ≈14.4 h | Good |
Approximate long-term averages, rounded; daylight is the approximate time between sunrise and sunset mid-month (Sydney’s latitude). Seasons are reversed from the northern hemisphere: summer is December to February.
Festivals & events
- June–August Yulefest: Christmas-style dinners at local hotels and guesthouses in the depths of winter.
- Late September–October Spring garden festivals and open gardens in Leura and nearby villages.
Crowds & booking ahead
Weekends and school holidays are busy, especially at Echo Point and Scenic World. Visit midweek or arrive before 9am. Accommodation fills up at weekends in autumn and during winter festivities.
