Wake Up Sydney: Rain today, smooth travel, Vivid tests tonight

Wake Up Sydney – Weather, traffic and trains (Mon 18 May 2026, 7:30am)   Weather - Sydney CBD: 16.4°C now, climbing to 23°C with rain increasing through the day. - Parramatta: Mild, low 20s with clouds building — pack an umbrella. - Bondi: Overcast and moody; great for a coastal walk, but expect grey skies and showers developing.   Roads No incidents reported across Sydney.   Trains/Metro All lines operating normally with no delays.   Heads-up Evening testing for Vivid light installations around Circular Quay, The Rocks, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour may cause late-afternoon road and path diversions — allow extra time if you’re heading through these areas.