State in Australia

South Australia Map

Interactive map of South Australia with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

🌤️ 64°F now🕔 12:15 PM local📅 Best: March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December👥 1.9 million

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 64°F (18°C) in South Australia with mainly clear. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 48°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 51%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.8/10 - good conditions.

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. fishing is the strongest bet in South Australia today at 8.4/10. 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.

Map of South Australia

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Coordinates: 30°0′0.7″S 136°12′33.1″E (-30.0002, 136.2092)

Quick facts about South Australia

TypeState
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates30°0′0.7″S 136°12′33.1″E (-30.0002, 136.2092)
CapitalAdelaide
Population1.850.000
Area379.724 sq mi
Time zoneAustralia/Adelaide
Local time12:15 PM (UTC+09:30)
Best monthsMarch, April, May, August, September, October, November and December
ClimateSemi-arid

Maps of each city in South Australia

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Cities map of South Australia

1 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

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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 64°F (18°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 57% and wind is 16 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 12:15 PM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 12:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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