City in South Australia, Australia
Adelaide weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Adelaide
Mar–Apr and Sep–Nov are mild. Dec–Feb is hot and dry, often above 35°C, with bushfire risk; Jun–Aug is cool and wetter. Festival season is Feb–Mar.
Adelaide weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°15 mm
- Feb29°17 mm
- Mar27°25 mm
- Apr23°34 mm
- May18°53 mm
- Jun15°60 mm
- Jul14°60 mm
- Aug15°51 mm
- Sep18°47 mm
- Oct22°24 mm
- Nov26°22 mm
- Dec28°23 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C87°F | 16°C61°F | 15 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C85°F | 16°C61°F | 17 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| March | 27°C80°F | 14°C58°F | 25 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C73°F | 12°C54°F | 34 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| May | 18°C65°F | 10°C50°F | 53 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| June | 15°C59°F | 7°C45°F | 60 mm | 79% | Cool |
| July | 14°C58°F | 7°C44°F | 60 mm | 80% | Cool |
| August | 15°C60°F | 7°C44°F | 51 mm | 76% | Cool |
| September | 18°C65°F | 8°C47°F | 47 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C71°F | 10°C50°F | 24 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C78°F | 13°C55°F | 22 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| December | 28°C82°F | 14°C58°F | 23 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Adelaide?
Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov. Mar–Apr and Sep–Nov are mild. Dec–Feb is hot and dry, often above 35°C, with bushfire risk; Jun–Aug is cool and wetter. Festival season is Feb–Mar.
When is the rainy season in Adelaide?
Rain peaks in June with about 60 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Adelaide?
January, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Adelaide get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 7°C (44°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.