HOTTEST (AVG)
in Australia
#9 / 14
Adelaide, Australia
Adelaide experiences a temperate climate, where average temperatures vary from a low of 14°C / 57°F in July to a high of 28°C / 82°F in January.
Rainfall averages about 41 mm / 1.6 inches per month, with the wettest conditions in July (68 mm / 2.7 inches) and the driest in March (19 mm / 0.75 inches).
UV peaks in January (index 9) and drops to its lowest in June (index 3); strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Expect approximately 14.5 hours of daylight during December and around 9.8 hours in June.
Adelaide offers distinct seasons, each with its own character and appeal for different types of travelers.
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Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Adelaide.
Typical range
High / low
Average highs up to 27.8°C and lows down to 8.2°C.
Rain pattern
Wettest month
July averages 68 mm.
UV
Typical peak band
Typical peak UV is High.
Daylight
Seasonal range
Roughly 10 hrs to 14 hrs.
Wind
Typical strength
Average around 16 km/h, peaking in October.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Adelaide, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
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How Adelaide compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Australia for key metrics.
COOLEST (AVG)
in Australia
#6 / 14
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Australia
#14 / 14
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Australia
#4 / 14
HIGHEST UV
in Australia
#10 / 14
MOST HUMID
in Australia
#13 / 14
Short term outlook
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Frequently asked questions
How does the weather in Adelaide feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 21°C (70°F) and lows near 12°C (54°F). Conditions usually feel mild in the daytime and cool once the sun goes down. You may notice some humidity at times. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Adelaide for dry weather?
The driest month is usually March, with around 19 mm (0.75 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
When is sun exposure strongest in Adelaide?
UV tends to peak in January, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Adelaide a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 16 km/h (10 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 63 km/h (39 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Adelaide get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.