🇦🇺Brisbane
Forecast by:  | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu | 18 Sep Fri |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 22° 11° | 19° 12° | 17° 12° | 15° 7° | 16° 6° | 17° 4° | 22° 10° |
| Precipitation | 5% | 79% | 32% | 21% | 6% | 5% | 5% |
| Humidity | 56% | 73% | 79% | 70% | 60% | 63% | 55% |
| Wind | 10 km/h | 20 km/h | 14 km/h | 18 km/h | 13 km/h | 9 km/h | 14 km/h |
Best time to visit Adelaide
The best time to visit Adelaide is March to May or September to November, when conditions are generally mild, comfortable and suited to sightseeing and day trips. June to August is cooler and wetter, while January, February and December are hotter and drier, with occasional heatwaves and increased bushfire danger noted in January and February.
JanuaryTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)21Sun Hours10Dry Days20
January is hot and dry, around 17-30°C, with sunny days but occasional heatwaves above 40°C. Very low rainfall can raise bushfire danger, so strenuous outdoor plans may be uncomfortable.
FebruaryTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)20Sun Hours9Dry Days18
February is hot and dry, around 17-30°C, with plenty of sunshine. Heatwaves above 40°C can occur, while sparse rain and summer conditions elevate bushfire danger.
MarchTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)19Sun Hours8Dry Days19
March is mild and mostly dry, around 15-27°C, making city sightseeing and nearby outings comfortable. Whale-watching season begins along the South Australian coast.
AprilTemp (°C)17°Rain (mm)30Sun Hours7Dry Days22
April is mild and comfortable, around 13-24°C, with generally limited rain. It suits walking, winery visits and wider exploration around Adelaide.
MayTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)52Sun Hours6Dry Days25
May is cool but comfortable, around 11-21°C, with mild daytime conditions and increasing seasonal rain. Layered clothing works well for sightseeing and vineyard visits.
JuneTemp (°C)12°Rain (mm)59Sun Hours5Dry Days25
June is cool and wet, around 8-16°C, and typically Adelaide's wettest month, with about 80 mm of rain. Pack waterproof layers, especially for outdoor plans.
JulyTemp (°C)11°Rain (mm)71Sun Hours5Dry Days28
July is cool and relatively wet, around 8-16°C. Rainy days can interrupt outdoor sightseeing, while frost is possible in the nearby Adelaide Hills.
AugustTemp (°C)12°Rain (mm)68Sun Hours6Dry Days27
August is cool, around 8-17°C, with winter rain and occasional frost in the Adelaide Hills. City attractions remain practical with a jacket and wet-weather layer.
SeptemberTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)49Sun Hours7Dry Days25
September is mild, around 10-19°C, with limited rain and comfortable conditions for parks, markets and day trips. Spring weather can vary, so layers are useful.
OctoberTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)39Sun Hours8Dry Days24
October is mild, around 12-22°C, with comfortable daytime temperatures and generally modest rainfall. It is well suited to city walks, gardens and surrounding wine regions.
NovemberTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)29Sun Hours9Dry Days22
November is warm and mostly dry, around 14-25°C, with sunny conditions suited to outdoor sightseeing. Comfortable temperatures support trips through Adelaide and nearby regions.
DecemberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)19Sun Hours10Dry Days20
December is warm and dry, around 16-28°C, with long sunny days and little rain. Heat can build towards summer, so midday outdoor activities may feel demanding.
Sources: australia.com, responsibletravel.com
Premium Barossa Small Group Tour: Wine tasting, Lunch & Chocolate
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Discover Barossa: 4 Wine Tastings, Gourmet Lunch, and Hidden Gems
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Kangaroo Island in a Day Tour from Adelaide
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Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise
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Adelaide Highlights, Hahndorf & McLaren Vale Wine Tasting and Sightseeing Tour
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Experience Hahndorf & Barossa: Gourmet lunch, Wine, Beer & Treats
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Sip, Savour & Stroll: Barossa to Hahndorf
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Barossa Valley Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour
Cost: From 73.5 USD · Duration: 8 hours · ★ 4.9 (440 reviews)
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Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray Lunch Cruise
Cost: From 138.91 USD · Duration: 8.5 hours · ★ 4.4 (422 reviews)
Small groups are defined as 24 passengers or less Take on the Majestic Murray River as you cruise on Captain Proud side paddle wheeler for a 2 course lunch and 3 hour cruise. Sit back and relax with purchases made from our licensed bar or up to observation area looking into wetlands taking in the views of the Mighty Murray.
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Join us on a guided kayak tour and paddle where only kayaks can go. Explore peaceful mangrove lined creeks, glide past shipwrecks and keep an eye out for resident dolphins, migratory birds and other marine life along the way. All this only 25 minutes from Adelaide CBD. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or trying kayaking for the first time, our fri
Brief
- The Royal Adelaide Show is expected to bring large crowds to the Adelaide Showground in early September. Allow extra time around Wayville and consider booking accommodation and transport in advance.
- Try Adelaide specialties including the pie floater, South Australian wine, Coorong lamb, local oysters and freshwater Murray cod.
- Adelaide tap water is safe to drink, though it can have a noticeable taste. Carry water on hot days and during hikes or drives outside the city (
wikivoyage.org).
Safety and health
- Strong Australian sun can cause burns quickly. Use SPF 50+ sunscreen, a hat and protective clothing, reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours, and limit midday exposure (
- Mosquitoes can transmit Ross River virus in Australia. Use repellent and cover exposed skin, particularly around wetlands and other outdoor areas (
cdc.gov).
- Yellow fever vaccination is not routinely recommended for Australia, but proof may be required for travellers aged one or older arriving from a country with yellow-fever transmission, including qualifying long airport transits (
Recent News
- 4 September 2026: South Australia Police announced a highly visible policing operation around the Adelaide Showground for the Royal Adelaide Show. Visitors should expect crowds, traffic management and possible delays around the venue (
gov.au).
- 5 September 2026: Adelaide Oval hosted an AFL elimination final attended by more than 51,000 people. The match has finished, but major sporting events may continue to cause periodic crowding around Adelaide Oval and central Adelaide during the finals period (
theguardian.com).
