Sydney vs Berlin

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Sydney edges ahead as the better destination in December. Sydney offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Berlin sees 3 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Sydney sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Berlin is cooler at 4°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Sydney is the stronger choice in December. Sydney receives 8 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Sydney reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Berlin averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. There is a notable 20°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Sydney is in the Southern Hemisphere while Berlin is in the Northern Hemisphere. This means they experience opposite seasons, which explains any large temperature difference.

Sydney receives approximately 55 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Berlin sees 46 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Sydney the drier option by 2 rain days and 9 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Sydney averages 70% while Berlin sits at 65%. Sydney will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.