Peak score
10/10
Best months in Adelaide, Australia
Best Time to Visit Adelaide, Australia
Climate guide for Adelaide, Australia — updated 2026
Travel window January, February, March, December Peak: March · 10/10 climate score
Months to avoid June, July, August
Adelaide on the map · best months to visit
Adelaide, Australia
- Best monthsJanuary, February, March, December
- Avoid monthsJune, July, August
- Visit score now5/10
- Coordinates
- -34.93°, 138.60°
Quick answer
Plan your trip for January, February, March, December. Expect average highs near 27°C, lows near 17°C, and about 3 rainy days a month. Skip June, July, August when less favorable weather conditions sets in.
Warmest month
28°C
Coldest month
9°C
Wettest month
10d
Travel score by month
Each score weighs temperature comfort, rain, humidity, and outdoor conditions. Higher is better.
9.6 Jan
9.8 Feb
10 Mar
8.7 Apr
7.3 May
5.4 Jun
5.4 Jul
5.4 Aug
7.5 Sep
7.5 Oct
8.4 Nov
9.5 Dec
Excellent (7–10) Mixed (5–6) Tough (0–4)
Month-by-Month Recommendation
Tap any month to open its full weather page. Cards highlight score, temperature, rain, and comfort.
January Best
9.6 /10
Excellent
28°C / 18°C 4 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
February Best
9.8 /10
Excellent
27°C / 17°C 2 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
March Best
10 /10
Excellent
26°C / 16°C 3 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
April
8.7 /10
Excellent
22°C / 14°C 5 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.5/10
May
7.3 /10
Great
17°C / 11°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
June
5.4 /10
Fair
15°C / 9°C 9 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
July
5.4 /10
Fair
14°C / 9°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
August
5.4 /10
Fair
15°C / 9°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
September
7.5 /10
Great
17°C / 10°C 8 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
October
7.5 /10
Great
20°C / 12°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
November
8.4 /10
Great
23°C / 14°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.8/10
December Best
9.5 /10
Excellent
26°C / 16°C 3 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
Climate normals
Compare the monthly shape of temperature highs/lows and rainfall before locking in your dates.
Monthly Temperatures
HighLow
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 28°C / 18°C . Feb: 27°C / 17°C . Mar: 26°C / 16°C . Apr: 22°C / 14°C . May: 17°C / 11°C . Jun: 15°C / 9°C . Jul: 14°C / 9°C . Aug: 15°C / 9°C . Sep: 17°C / 10°C . Oct: 20°C / 12°C . Nov: 23°C / 14°C . Dec: 26°C / 16°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 25 mm. Feb: 13 mm. Mar: 14 mm. Apr: 25 mm. May: 44 mm. Jun: 55 mm. Jul: 59 mm. Aug: 59 mm. Sep: 45 mm. Oct: 42 mm. Nov: 38 mm. Dec: 19 mm.
Season by Season
Season cards explain why scores rise and fall, with a representative month picked for each.
Spring
Avg score 7.8/10Sep, Oct, Nov
Average highs of 20°C (68°F) with 7 rainy days per month. Climate score: 7.8/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Spring.
Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.
Summer
Avg score 9.6/10Dec, Jan, Feb
Average highs of 27°C (81°F) with 3 rainy days per month. Climate score: 9.6/10.
This month falls at the middle of Summer.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Avg score 8.7/10Mar, Apr, May
Average highs of 22°C (72°F) with 5 rainy days per month. Climate score: 8.7/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Winter
Avg score 5.4/10Jun, Jul, Aug
Average highs of 14°C (57°F) with 10 rainy days per month. Climate score: 5.4/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Winter.
Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Adelaide are January, February, March, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is low.
Consider avoiding June, July, August due to less favorable weather conditions.
Packing depends on the season. In peak months (January, February, March, December), light layers and sun protection are typical essentials.
Yes! January earns a climate score of 9.6/10 and is one of the best months to visit Adelaide. Hot conditions, with highs reaching 28.2°C (83°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night. Sea temperature averages 23°C (73°F).
Yes! February earns a climate score of 9.8/10 and is one of the best months to visit Adelaide. Warm conditions, with highs averaging 27°C (81°F). Rain is rare, falling on about 2 days this month. Sea temperature averages 23°C (73°F).