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McLaren Vale Climate by Month

Though this location is not on the typical Australia itinerary, wine and art lovers have plenty of reasons to flock to this South Australia’s wine region.

Average day and night temperature

In McLaren Vale, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C during cooler months like August. At night, temperatures typically average around 8°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, McLaren Vale receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 576 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, July receives moderate rainfall, averaging 81 mm of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, March brings less rainfall, with 21 mm over 6 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in McLaren Vale. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.9 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Adelaide, Australia (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Adelaide, Australia (32 KM, 20 Miles).

The best time of year to visit McLaren Vale in Australia

During the months of January, February, March, April, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in McLaren Vale?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in McLaren Vale?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in McLaren Vale?
    July tops the wettest month list with 81 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in McLaren Vale?
    March is the driest month with 21 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in McLaren Vale?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 326 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for McLaren Vale

    Thu   Nov 21
    33°C | 17°C
    E 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    35°C | 24°C
    N 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    27°C | 18°C
    NW 11 km/h
    9.5 mm
    overcast and thunder

    overcast and thunder