Geography of South Australia
Geography of South Australia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of South Australia
Murray River is 437 mi to the south-east, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is 451 mi to the north-west, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is 451 mi to the north-west and Alice Springs is 458 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 30°0′0.7″S 136°12′33.1″E (-30.0002, 136.2092)
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Summary
South Australia is a state in Australia. South Australia is an Australian state or territory. It has a population of about 1.9 million. The capital is Adelaide.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in South Australia with overcast. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 48°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 18%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit South Australia is March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and July tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 100°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is 4.9°F below the 71°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in South Australia today at 9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in South Australia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 100° | 73° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 96° | 72° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 90° | 69° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 80° | 58° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 71° | 50° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 65° | 47° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 63° | 44° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 71° | 48° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 78° | 53° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 85° | 59° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 89° | 64° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 94° | 67° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is South Australia?
South Australia is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -30.0002, 136.2092. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in South Australia right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit South Australia?
March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in South Australia, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is South Australia in?
South Australia observes Australia/Adelaide (UTC+09:30). The local time is 9:58 AM.
How many people live in South Australia?
South Australia has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What places are in South Australia?
South Australia covers 1 places in this atlas, including Adelaide.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 9:58 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
