Adelaide Population (2026)
Population of Adelaide with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Adelaide
Quick facts about Adelaide
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | South Australia |
| Country | Australia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 34°55′42.6″S 138°36′2.5″E (-34.9285, 138.6007) |
| Population | 1.400.000 |
| Known for | wine regions and festival season |
| Local time | 6:18 PM (UTC+09:30) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Adelaide is a city in South Australia. Adelaide is known for wine regions and festival season. It has a population of about 1.4 million.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Adelaide with overcast. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 53°F to 57°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Adelaide is January, February, March, April, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 47°F.
Nearby highlights include Murray River.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 57°F is 3.6°F below the 61°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 Adelaide today at 9.6/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 34°55′42.6″S 138°36′2.5″E (-34.9285, 138.6007)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Adelaide?
Adelaide is a city in South Australia. Its coordinates are -34.9285, 138.6007. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Adelaide right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 82% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Adelaide?
January, February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Adelaide, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Adelaide in?
Adelaide observes Australia/Adelaide (UTC+09:30). The local time is 6:18 PM.
How many people live in Adelaide?
Adelaide has a population of approximately 1.4 million.
What are the top things to do in Adelaide?
Popular options include Murray River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 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 21, 2026 at 6:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
