Australia

Adelaide

Adelaide - photo 1

Photo by Syed Hadi on Unsplash.

Adelaide sits inland from the southern coast of Australia, known more for its wine regions, parks, and art than for coastal diving. The city itself has no local dive sites within its urban footprint, but it serves as a gateway to multiple dive destinations along the coast of South Australia and the Great Australian Bight. Nearby freshwater options are limited near the city, and diving opportunities tend to be found at regional centers and along the coastline within a few hours’ drive. Expect calm, temperate conditions offshore with typical south‑east Australian marine life at accessible reef and coastal sites, and plan day trips to established dive towns for reliable diving experiences.

Essential information for traveling in Australia

About Australia

Sea
Coral Sea, Great Australian Bight, Gulf of Mexi...
Timezone
Australia/Adelaide
Languages
EN
Demonym
Australian
Phone prefix
+61

Practicalities

Currency
AUD
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type I
Airports
SYD MEL BNE OOL PER

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Adelaide

Nearby Dive Centers (5)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Adelaide

The best time to dive in Adelaide

The best months to dive in Adelaide are from January to March. Temperatures are confortable (23-24°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
23 °C 25 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
24 °C 24 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
23 °C 24 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
19 °C 21 °C 8/10
05 - May
14 °C 17 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
11 °C 13 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
10 °C 12 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
11 °C 13 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
13 °C 15 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
16 °C 18 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
16 °C 19 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
21 °C 22 °C 8/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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