Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
October, April, March
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Adelaide?
The best time to visit Adelaide for hiking is October, April, March, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Adelaide, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Adelaide
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 18 |
February | 65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 19 |
March | 82Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 21 |
April | 84Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 34 |
May | 81Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 49 |
June | 70Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 64 |
July | 64Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 10° | 61 |
August | 68Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 11° | 60 |
September | 81Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 55 |
October | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 37 |
November | 81Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 32 |
December | 79Good Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 29 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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