McLaren Vale Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore McLaren Vale’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Australia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to McLaren Vale can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 26°C in January to a mild 15°C in the coolest month, August. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 8°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in McLaren Vale by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. January, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 326 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 77 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 9 days. It records 188 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Australia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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McLaren Vale Temperatures Compared World Wide
McLaren Vale’s average annual maximum temperature is 20°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In McLaren Vale, during the coolest month, August, you will experience 55% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 15°C. In the warmest month, January, the humidity is 36% combined with an average maximum temperature of 26°C, which creates a low-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about McLaren Vale’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our McLaren Vale climate page.
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