Climate of South Australia, Australia
Area-weighted average across South Australia. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
South Australia, a subdivision of Australia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 11.7°C / 53.1°F in July to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in January, with rainfall from 17 mm / 0.7 in to 21 mm / 0.8 in depending on the season (232 mm / 9.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.9°C80.4°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 26.6°C79.9°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 23.8°C74.8°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 19.6°C67.3°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 15.5°C59.9°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 12.4°C54.3°F | 21 mm0.8″ | — |
| July | 11.7°C53.1°F | 21 mm0.8″ | — |
| August | 13.3°C55.9°F | 20 mm0.8″ | — |
| September | 16.6°C61.9°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 19.9°C67.8°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 23°C73.4°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 25.3°C77.5°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit South Australia?
The best months to visit South Australia, Australia for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 26.9°C / 80.4°F, and the driest is March with about 17 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of South Australia?
South Australia, Australia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 11.7°C / 53.1°F in July to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 232 mm / 9.1 in, with the wettest month being February (21 mm / 0.8 in) and the driest March (17 mm / 0.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in South Australia?
The hottest month in South Australia is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.9°C / 80.4°F.
What is the coldest month in South Australia?
The coldest month in South Australia is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 11.7°C / 53.1°F.
When does it rain most in South Australia?
The wettest month in South Australia is February, averaging about 21 mm / 0.8 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 17 mm / 0.7 in.