Adelaide, Australia
Major city · Population 1.5M
Adelaide is the 5th largest city in Australia with a population of approximately 1,469,163 people as of 2026. This makes it the 331st largest city in the world, accounting for 5.40% of Australia's total population of 27.2M. Adelaide is classified as a major city and operates in the Australia/Adelaide timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.7°C with 457 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 48 meters above sea level.
Population
1,469,163
Global Rank
#331
Country Rank
#5
% of Australia
5.40%
Avg Temperature
16.7°C
Annual Rainfall
457 mm
Elevation
48 m
Timezone
Australia/Adelaide
Adelaide on the Map
Climate in Adelaide
Adelaide's warmest month is Mar and the coldest is Jun. The wettest month is Jun with 104 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Australia at a Glance
Country Population
27,196,812
Capital
Canberra
Region
Australia and New Zealand
Major Cities
22
GDP per Capita
$64,604
Life Expectancy
83.0 years
Urban Population
87.6%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Australia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Adelaide with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bendigo | 103,034 | 551 km |
| Ballarat | 111,973 | 555 km |
| Geelong | 282,809 | 627 km |
| City of Port Phillip | 112,669 | 653 km |
| Melbourne | 5,350,705 | 654 km |
| Canberra | 367,752 | 958 km |
| Wollongong | 280,153 | 1,125 km |
| Hobart | 252,639 | 1,162 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Adelaide?
The population of Adelaide, Australia is approximately 1,469,163 people, making it the 331st largest city in the world and the 5th largest in Australia.
Is Adelaide the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra. Adelaide is the 5th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Adelaide?
Adelaide has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C and receives 457 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Mar and the coldest is Jun.
What timezone is Adelaide in?
Adelaide is in the Australia/Adelaide timezone.