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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Down Under Brief Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
Adelaide’s live forecast above shows a mild day for the city centre and eastern suburbs, with the Mount Lofty Ranges catching a cooler breeze. Expect a high around 22°C under partly cloudy skies, typical for late autumn.
What’s driving today’s weather over Adelaide?
A weak trough sitting over the Spencer Gulf is keeping the cloud cover patchy, while a high-pressure system south of the Great Australian Bight steers the flow. The coast along Glenelg and Henley Beach will feel a light west-to-southwest breeze, making for a pleasant afternoon along the shoreline. Inland suburbs like Elizabeth and Gawler may see a touch more sun as the cloud thins out by evening.
How does this compare to the rest of the week?
This pattern holds through tomorrow, with a similar mix of sun and cloud for the Adelaide plains. A subtle shift arrives Thursday as a cold front skirts the Bight, bringing a chance of a shower for the Mount Lofty Ranges but leaving the city mostly dry. Friday will be a touch warmer, pushing into the mid-20s, before a cooler weekend settles in.
Will the hills see any rain?
The Mount Lofty Ranges are only carrying a slight chance of a light shower, less than 1 millimetre expected. Most of the region from Stirling to Hahndorf stays dry, with the bulk of the moisture sitting offshore.
Is this typical for Adelaide in May?
Yes, May in Adelaide averages highs around 18–19°C, so 22°C is slightly above the norm. The city often sees a mix of clear and cloudy days as the high-pressure belt shifts north, keeping the severe weather warnings low for now.
When should I expect the coolest part of the day?
The coolest air will hit just before dawn, around 12°C in the city centre. The outer suburbs, like those near the coast at Seacliff, may feel a touch milder due to the sea breeze, but it’s a calm start.
For more on what’s brewing across the continent, check the Australia weather hub or see how Sydney and Melbourne are shaping up. For local warnings, head to Severe Weather Warning.