South Australia Weather Forecast
South Australia weather: 54°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in South Australia?
No - rain is unlikely in South Australia today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,0 in of precipitation is forecast.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 0% of a normal August week (0,0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 46° | 0% | 10 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 47° | 0% | 14 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 70° / 49° | 2% | 10 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 72° / 50° | 2% | 13 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 73° / 50° | 0% | 14 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 76° / 50° | 0% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☀️ Clear sky | 85° / 55° | 2% | 14 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 60° | 2% | 12 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 74° / 56° | 2% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 61° | 2% | 20 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 60° | 4% | 15 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 88° / 70° | 2% | 23 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | 85° / 62° | 8% | 23 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 71° / 57° | 5% | 22 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ☀️ Clear sky | 70° / 53° | 3% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 10 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 6% | -- | — |
What this means for South Australia
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is 6.1°F below the 71°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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 71°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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 54°F (12°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 80% and wind is 10 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 3:40 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 August 26, 2026 at 3:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
