Sydney, Australia
Major metropolis · Population 5.6M
Sydney is the largest city in Australia with a population of approximately 5,557,233 people as of 2026. This makes it the 49th largest city in the world, accounting for 20.43% of Australia's total population of 27.2M. Sydney is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Australia/Sydney timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.8°C with 1,068 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 51 meters above sea level.
Population
5,557,233
Global Rank
#49
Country Rank
#1
% of Australia
20.43%
Avg Temperature
17.8°C
Annual Rainfall
1,068 mm
Elevation
51 m
Timezone
Australia/Sydney
Sydney on the Map
Climate in Sydney
Sydney's warmest month is Jan and the coldest is Jun. The wettest month is Apr with 160 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Australia at a Glance
Country Population
27,196,812
Capital
Canberra
Region
Australia and New Zealand
Major Cities
22
GDP per Capita
$64,604
Life Expectancy
83.0 years
Urban Population
87.6%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Australia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Sydney with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Central Coast | 346,596 | 51 km |
| Wollongong | 280,153 | 68 km |
| Newcastle | 508,437 | 117 km |
| Canberra | 367,752 | 247 km |
| Gold Coast | 640,778 | 686 km |
| Toowoomba | 142,163 | 705 km |
| Bendigo | 103,034 | 706 km |
| Melbourne | 5,350,705 | 713 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Sydney?
The population of Sydney, Australia is approximately 5,557,233 people, making it the 49th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Australia.
Is Sydney the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra. Sydney is the 1st largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Sydney?
Sydney has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C and receives 1,068 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jan and the coldest is Jun.
What timezone is Sydney in?
Sydney is in the Australia/Sydney timezone.