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Perth or Sydney?
Both are beaches, nature and food destinations in Oceania. Perth adds wildlife. Sydney adds city life.
| Perth | Sydney | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | expensive |
| Crowds at peak | medium | high |
| Best months | Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov | Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec |
| Warmest month | January, 31°C | January, 26°C |
| Coolest month | June, 17°C | June, 17°C |
| Known for | Kings Park, Cottesloe Beach, Elizabeth Quay, Fremantle Prison | Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Blue Mountains, Sydney Rock Oysters |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Perth | Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31°C | 26°C |
| Feb | 30°C | 25°C |
| Mar | 28°C | 24°C |
| Apr | 24°C | 22°C |
| May | 21°C | 19°C |
| Jun | 17°C | 17°C |
| Jul | 17°C | 17°C |
| Aug | 18°C | 19°C |
| Sep | 20°C | 21°C |
| Oct | 21°C | 23°C |
| Nov | 25°C | 23°C |
| Dec | 29°C | 25°C |
So which one?
Pick Perth if…
you want wildlife. It suits groups of friends particularly well. It also works in April, October, when Sydney is off-season.
Pick Sydney if…
you want city life. It suits photographers particularly well. It also works in January, December.
Both are at their best in February, March, November.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Perth or Sydney cheaper?
Perth is mid-priced for a week, Sydney is expensive.
Which is warmer, Perth or Sydney?
Perth peaks at 31°C in January; Sydney peaks at 26°C in January.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.