South Australia Weather Forecast
South Australia weather: 71°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for South Australia
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 22 | 🌦️ Light showers | 94° / 70° | 69% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 88° / 66° | 22% | 13 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Light showers | 96° / 69° | 78% · 0,1 in | 22 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 72° / 55° | 61% · 0,0 in | 24 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 70° / 48° | 2% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 72° / 53° | 14% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌧️ Showers | 74° / 54° | 16% · 0,7 in | 24 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☀️ Clear sky | 73° / 52° | 12% | 13 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 52° | 12% | 15 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☀️ Clear sky | 89° / 61° | 16% | 19 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 100° / 69° | 22% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 63° | 25% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 83° / 60° | 14% | 14 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 84° / 57° | 12% | 13 mph | 9 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 40°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 84°F against a October normal of 85°F - right on average.
The next 7 days carry about 7.8 times a normal week's rain for October (1,0 in against 0,1 in).
What this means for South Australia
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 94°F is 9.9°F above the 85°F typical for this month.
A 69% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 66°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 80°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 71°F (22°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 77% and wind is 9 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+10:30). The local time is 7:25 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 October 23, 2026 at 7:25 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
