Sydneysiders weren't the only ones enjoying the cool weather change, with squirrel monkeys at Taronga Zoo showing off their new jungle walk exhibit.
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Thursday's clouds and rain accompanied a massive temperature drop of 18 degrees from the city's back-to-back days of above 37.
The rain didn't deter the monkeys as they swung from ropes at Australia's first squirrel monkey walk, which opened on Thursday.
The immersive exhibit allows visitors to observe the natural behaviours of squirrel monkeys as they jump from climbing towers, swing on ropes and play in the water.
Taronga Zoo primate keeper Renae Robinson said the opening of the exhibit was an exciting time not only for the zoo but for guests as well.
"These little animals are social creatures that spend their days foraging through the trees, resting in their huddles, playing and enjoying sunshine," she said.
"There is so much activity in the group and their play is gorgeous to watch."
