The best times to visit Adelaide for ideal weather are

April 16th to May 27th

or

September 3rd to November 18th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Adelaide Travel Info

Weather in Adelaide

Temperature

Average temperatures in Adelaide vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 61st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Adelaide, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early February where highs are regularly around 91.5°F (33.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.2°F (17.9°C) at night.

Adelaide Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Adelaide Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Adelaide Perceived Temperature (F)

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Adelaide Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Adelaide Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 89.4 72.4 62.7
Feb 89 72 62.7
Mar 86.7 69.6 59.4
Apr 80.7 63.4 53.1
May 78.1 60.3 49.2
Jun 71.9 55.2 44.1
Jul 73 55.3 43.6
Aug 75.9 57.9 45.8
Sep 79.3 60.5 48.3
Oct 81 63.6 52.9
Nov 82.7 65.6 54.9
Dec 86.6 69.9 60.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.9 22.4 17.1
Feb 31.7 22.2 17.1
Mar 30.4 20.9 15.2
Apr 27.1 17.4 11.7
May 25.6 15.7 9.6
Jun 22.2 12.9 6.7
Jul 22.8 12.9 6.4
Aug 24.4 14.4 7.7
Sep 26.3 15.8 9.1
Oct 27.2 17.6 11.6
Nov 28.2 18.7 12.7
Dec 30.3 21.1 15.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Adelaide are May, September, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in Adelaide? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Adelaide.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Adelaide (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 12% 0 2.1
Feb 15% 0 1.7
Mar 12% 0 2.1
Apr 12% 0 1.4
May 2% 0 0.4
Jun 5% 0 0.8
Jul 5% 0 0.8
Aug 3% 0 0.3
Sep 3% 0 0.4
Oct 12% 0 1.2
Nov 14% 0 1.7
Dec 17% 0 1.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 0 5.3
Feb 15 0 4.3
Mar 12 0 5.3
Apr 12 0 3.6
May 2 0 1
Jun 5 0 2
Jul 5 0 2
Aug 3 0 0.8
Sep 3 0 1
Oct 12 0 3
Nov 14 0 4.3
Dec 17 0 4.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Adelaide has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (42.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (60.1%).

Wind in Adelaide is usually calm. The windiest month is June, followed by November and December. June’s average wind speed of around 6 knots (6.9 MPH or 11.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early November where average top sustained speeds reach 11.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Adelaide.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.6 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.3 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.8 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.4 Light breeze 7.9 Gentle breeze
May 4.9 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Jun 6 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.4 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.7 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.9 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.9 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.8%
Feb 60.1%
Mar 57.5%
Apr 56.4%
May 50.3%
Jun 45.2%
Jul 42.2%
Aug 43.6%
Sep 46.2%
Oct 55.6%
Nov 54%
Dec 57%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Adelaide?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for South Africa; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Adelaide, South Africa is September, followed by January and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Adelaide in March. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 71.5 in March means 71.5% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Adelaide Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 89.6°F (32°C) and 75.4°F (24.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Adelaide, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 85°F (29.4°C) and 78.5°F (25.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Adelaide to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 91.5°F (33.1°C) and 84°F (28.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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