Tomorrow in Adelaide looks
overcast, with a high of 60°
and an overnight low of 46°.
Rain is unlikely (8% chance).
Winds top out near 8 mph,
and the UV index reaches 2 (low).
Weather in Adelaide is shaped by its Mediterranean climate - expect hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. January afternoons typically reach 82°F (28°C), while July highs hover near 57°F (14°C). Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches (622 mm) over about 98 rainy days.
Adelaide weather: quick facts
Hottest month: January - highs near 82°F (28°C)
Coldest month: July - highs near 57°F (14°C)
Record high: 109°F (43°C) · Record low: 34°F (1°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: June (12 rainy days) · Sunniest: December (12.5 h sun/day)
Climate type:Mediterranean - hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on January. Highs average 82°F (28°C) and overnight lows stay near 62°F (17°C). The coolest month is July, with typical highs of 57°F (14°C) and lows around 47°F (8°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 109°F (43°C) and dropped as low as 34°F (1°C).
Rain, sun and snow
June is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain over 12 days, while March is the driest. December brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.5 hours of sun a day.
Season by season
Spring (September through November)
Spring in Adelaide is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 68°F (20°C) and nights around 52°F (11°C); expect showers on roughly 25 days across the season.
Summer (December through February)
Summer in Adelaide is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 61°F (16°C); rain falls on about 12 days over the three months.
Fall (March through May)
Fall in Adelaide is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 70°F (21°C) and nights around 56°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 22 days across the season.
Winter (June through August)
Winter in Adelaide is mild, with daytime highs averaging 58°F (14°C) and nights around 47°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
Average temperatures in Adelaide by month
Monthly averages for Adelaide based on 2015–2024 weather data.
January is the hottest month in Adelaide, with average highs of 82°F (28°C) and overnight lows near 62°F (17°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 109°F (43°C).
What is the coldest month in Adelaide?
July is the coldest month, with highs averaging 57°F (14°C) and lows around 47°F (8°C). The lowest reading in recent years was 34°F (1°C).
What is the rainiest month in Adelaide?
June is typically the wettest month, averaging 3.4 inches (87 mm) of precipitation across about 12 days. March is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Adelaide?
Snow is essentially absent in Adelaide - the 2015–2024 record shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the best time to visit Adelaide?
The best time to visit Adelaide is generally January to April and October to November, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 75°F (24°C).
How sunny is Adelaide?
Adelaide averages 10.2 hours of sunshine per day across the year. December is the sunniest month at about 12.5 hours of sun a day.
Is Adelaide humid?
Relative humidity in Adelaide averages about 65% over the year, which feels moderate. The most comfortable months tend to fall in the drier part of the year.