South Australia Weather Forecast
South Australia weather: 91°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in South Australia?
Yes - rain is likely in South Australia today.
A 50% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,8 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat and Sun.
The next 7 days carry about 6.2 times a normal week's rain for October (0,8 in against 0,1 in).
16-day forecast for South Australia
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 97° / 67° | 50% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 72° / 58° | 47% · 0,0 in | 24 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 49° | 6% | 13 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 73° / 58° | 22% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 77° / 54° | 35% · 0,1 in | 16 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌧️ Showers | 85° / 58° | 36% · 0,4 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 77° / 60° | 24% · 0,1 in | 25 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 78° / 59° | 10% | 15 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 83° / 56° | 20% | 10 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 98° / 67° | 20% | 22 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 92° / 65° | 10% | 23 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☀️ Clear sky | 88° / 63° | 6% | 21 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 99° / 68° | 4% | 17 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 107° / 69° | 6% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 65° | 6% | 26 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☀️ Clear sky | 91° / 66° | 10% | 23 mph | 9 |
What this means for South Australia
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 97°F is 12.8°F above the 85°F typical for this month.
A 50% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Gusts to 37 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
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 - 2 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.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 37 mph.
- 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 91°F (33°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 24% and wind is 15 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 6:02 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 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 24, 2026 at 6:02 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
