Sydney vs Berlin

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Sydney edges ahead as the better destination in January. Sydney offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Berlin sees 3 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Sydney sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Berlin is cooler at 3°C.

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

Sydney reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Berlin averages 3°C (37°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. There is a notable 23°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 68 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Berlin sees 50 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Sydney the drier option by 3 rain days and 18 mm of total precipitation.

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