Adelaide in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Adelaide (March, April, May) averages daytime highs of 20.9°C and lows of 12.8°C, with around 162.0mm of rain across the season (27 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (March, April, May).
In the southern hemisphere, autumn in Adelaide covers March, April, May.
Autumn in Adelaide month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 24.4°C | 14.9°C | 22.8mm | 6 | 10/10 |
| April | 21.2°C | 13.0°C | 65.5mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| May | 17.0°C | 10.5°C | 73.7mm | 11 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Adelaide in autumn
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Adelaide?
Autumn in Adelaide rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 20.9°C with 162.0mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Adelaide in autumn?
Daytime highs average 20.9°C (69.6°F) across March, April, May, with nights around 12.8°C.
What months are autumn in Adelaide?
Adelaide is in the southern hemisphere, so autumn covers March, April, May.
See also: best time to visit Adelaide · Adelaide annual climate · Adelaide in spring · Adelaide in summer · Adelaide in winter
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Autumn in Adelaide — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.