Adelaide Weather Forecast
Adelaide weather: 56°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Adelaide 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 | 84° | 63° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 84° | 62° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 80° | 61° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 71° | 56° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 66° | 50° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 59° | 48° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 57° | 47° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 61° | 48° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 65° | 49° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 52° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 72° | 55° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 78° | 59° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Adelaide
Go in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in Adelaide
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Adelaide compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Adelaide.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murray River | 204 mi | 65°F | +35°F warmer | 11 in |
| Victoria | 303 mi | 57°F | 37°F cooler | 19 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 (14°C) with overcast. Humidity is 86% and wind is 1 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 4:38 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 4:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
