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Wake Up Sydney brings you the latest weather, traffic and train updates for Friday, 17 July 2026, as Sydney starts the day cool, wet and wintry. Across the city, showers are moving through on and off, with the CBD sitting around 12.6°C and heading for a top of 18°C. Parramatta and Bondi are also expecting wet conditions, with temperatures reaching around 17°C. On the roads, it is a smooth start to the morning with no current traffic incidents reported across Sydney. However, drivers should plan ahead for heavier traffic around Moore Park later today, as the Sydney Swans take on the Adelaide Crows at the SCG. For public transport users, Sydney’s train network is mostly running well, with one key disruption on the T1 Western Line. Buses are replacing trains between Richmond and Clarendon, so commuters should allow extra travel time and check the latest updates before heading out. A wet weather alert is also in place, with passengers reminded to take extra care on slippery platforms and when boarding or leaving trains. Stay informed and start your day prepared with Wake Up Sydney.