Current Time in Sydney, Australia
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
Dialling: +61
City Details
Sydney
Lat: 33.8688° S
Long: 151.2093° E
Population: 5,312,000
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
GMT+10
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Overview
Sydney is the capital of New South Wales and Australia's largest and most internationally recognised city, with an estimated population of 5.6 million in Greater Sydney as of June 2024. It has consistently ranked in the top ten most liveable cities globally and hosts more international tourists than any other Australian city, drawn by its world-famous harbour, beaches and temperate climate.
Administrative Region
New South Wales
AU-NSW
Local Currency
A$
Metadata
- Web Domain.au
- ISO CodeAU-NSW
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
Aboriginal Australians — including the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation — inhabited the Sydney region for at least 30,000 years. European settlement began on 26 January 1788 when British Captain Arthur Phillip established the first permanent penal colony at Sydney Cove, a date now marked as Australia Day. The colony grew rapidly from this single cove, and Sydney was formally incorporated as a city in 1842.
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👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Sydney Opera House (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- •Sydney Harbour Bridge — walk or climb the arch
- •Bondi Beach and the Bondi to Coogee coastal walk
- •Taronga Zoo with harbour views
- •Royal Botanic Garden and the Domain
🎒 Visitor Tip
An Opal card covers all trains, buses, ferries and light rail. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk is one of the world's finest urban walks and completely free. Book the Sydney Opera House Guided Tour or a performance well in advance. January is peak summer and school holiday season — prices and crowds are highest. The ferry from Circular Quay to Manly is the best way to see Sydney Harbour for the price of a regular transit fare.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Sydney lies within the Sydney Basin, a structural depression surrounded by sandstone plateaus — the Hornsby Plateau to the north and the Woronora Plateau to the south, with the Blue Mountains to the west. The harbour area is characterised by ria coastline — drowned river valleys creating the complex system of bays, headlands and inlets. The Cumberland Plain west of the harbour is relatively flat. Highest point in Greater Sydney is Mount Tomah (1,011m) in the Blue Mountains to the west.
Climate Stats
Humid subtropical / oceanic (Köppen Cfa/Cfb)
Avg Summer
26°C
Avg Winter
13°C
Annual Rainfall
1217 mm
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Travel & Connectivity
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Sydney
What timezone is Sydney in?↓
Sydney is in the Australia/Sydney time zone (Australia/Sydney), currently UTCGMT+10.
Does Australia observe daylight saving time?↓
No. Australia does not observe daylight saving time. Sydney stays on AEST/AEDT (UTCGMT+10) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is AEST/AEDT?↓
AEST/AEDT stands for Australia/Sydney. It is UTCGMT+10 and is the standard time used in Australia.
How many hours ahead is Sydney compared to London?↓
Sydney is 10 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 9 hours.
What is the time difference between Sydney and New York?↓
Sydney is 15 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Sydney?↓
The time displayed for Sydney is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+10 mean for Sydney?↓
UTCGMT+10 means Sydney is 10 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Sydney?↓
Standard business hours in Sydney are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM AEST/AEDT (UTCGMT+10). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Australia national calendar.
What is the best time to call Sydney from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Sydney is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Sydney. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.