McLaren Vale 2024 Climate Summary
McLaren Vale's weather tells a compelling story across the seasons. The temperature and rainfall patterns provide valuable insight into what to expect throughout the year.
Temperature extremes span from 7.1°C up to 27.6°C, with a notable 12.2°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Jun brings the heaviest precipitation at 179mm, contrasting sharply with Feb's mere 0mm. The city receives 764mm annually over approximately 94 rain days.
Compared to the South Australia average, McLaren Vale is 2.3°C cooler. Its annual rainfall of 764mm is typical of the region's climate patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit McLaren Vale. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, McLaren Vale's climate offers distinct seasonal advantages throughout the year.
Note on methodology: this page summarises 2024 observations only. Long-record climate trend analysis drawn from ACORN-SAT (1910 to present) is in development. For context on multi-decade change, see the BOM State of the Climate report.
Temperature Profile
Monthly maximum and minimum temperature ranges showing seasonal variation in McLaren Vale's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for McLaren Vale reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 20.6°C, while the average minimum is 11.5°C. This 9.1°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout McLaren Vale showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 764mm, distributed across the calendar year. The distribution pattern shows distinct wet and dry periods that influence local climate conditions.
Climate Summary Table
Complete monthly climate averages including temperature, precipitation, solar radiation, and humidity data.
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.1 | 15.1 | 45 | 6 | 26.9 | 45% |
| February | 27.6 | 15.1 | 0 | 0 | 26.1 | 35% |
| March | 26.8 | 15.8 | 3 | 1 | 20.9 | 37% |
| April | 18.6 | 9.9 | 14 | 3 | 13.7 | 49% |
| May | 18.3 | 9.3 | 28 | 2 | 11.2 | 47% |
| June | 13.6 | 7.6 | 179 | 13 | 7.0 | 63% |
| July | 13.1 | 7.1 | 126 | 13 | 9.1 | 63% |
| August | 16.5 | 9.9 | 162 | 15 | 12.3 | 58% |
| September | 16.4 | 8.9 | 92 | 15 | 16.2 | 56% |
| October | 21.2 | 11.3 | 54 | 9 | 22.7 | 46% |
| November | 23.5 | 13.1 | 44 | 10 | 25.5 | 42% |
| December | 26.1 | 14.5 | 18 | 7 | 29.0 | 37% |