Live wind conditions for Sydney, New South Wales, updated in near real time using observations from coastal and inland monitoring sites.
This page provides current wind speed, gusts, direction and recent trends to help sailors, windsurfers, kitesurfers, foilers, surfers, pilots, paragliders, drone operators, and other outdoor and marine enthusiasts understand wind behaviour across Sydney metropolitan coastline, harbour and nearby inland areas.
Sydney wind conditions are shaped by coastal exposure, inland heating and frequent southerly changes. Northeasterly sea breezes commonly strengthen through the afternoon in warmer months, while abrupt southerly wind shifts can occur with cold fronts, often bringing gusty and unsettled conditions.
Note: forecasts will load automatically based on the current (right-hand) map location. Forecasts show the Australian Burean of Meterology's Marine Wind Chart (ACCESS model)