Adelaide
Australia
Adelaide is projected to face moderate climate risks that could affect its environment and community significantly. Key risks include increased temperatures, potential drought, and altered rainfall patterns. As climate change progresses, the intensity and frequency of extreme weather events, such as heatwaves and storms, are expected to rise, threatening local ecosystems, agriculture, and water supplies. The city's infrastructure could also be strained by these climate changes, necessitating adjustments in urban planning practices. Vulnerable populations may be particularly susceptible to heat stress and water shortages. Currently, technology-enabled climate resilience solutions have not yet been documented for this city. Recognizing these vulnerabilities is essential for fostering awareness and enabling effective strategies to adapt to the impending climate impacts on Adelaide.
Hazard Outlook
How will Adelaide's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?
Maximum Temperature
Adelaide's projected maximum temperature of 9.8°C is higher than most cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.
Elevation
At 46 m elevation, Adelaide faces elevated risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Longest Heatwave
Adelaide may experience heatwaves lasting up to 1 days, lower than most other cities.
Heavy Rainfall Days
With 9 days of heavy rainfall expected, Adelaide ranks lower than most cities for extreme precipitation events.
Maximum Rainfall
Adelaide's projected maximum rainfall of 6 mm is lower than most cities globally.
Exposure Summary
Adaptation Priorities
Adelaide faces elevated exposure to max temp, elevation. These areas may warrant priority attention in adaptation planning.
Data source: Climate projections from the IPCC AR6 scenario analysis. See our methodology for details on how we process and interpret this data.
Deployed Solutions
Deployed climate adaptation technologies identified in Adelaide.
No solutions have been documented for Adelaide.
This is an archived snapshot of the database.
Recommended Solutions
Proven solutions from similar cities that could help diversify Adelaide's resilience portfolio
NSW Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Network
78%The NSW Government operates an ambient air quality monitoring system within the City of Sydney area, with a primary station installed at Cook & Phillip Park that measures ozone, nitrogen dioxide, visibility, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide and airborne particles.
Real-Time Air Quality Monitoring and Public Information System
78%The NSW Government provides real-time air quality information through a comprehensive online platform that enables residents to access current pollution levels, forecasts, and health alerts.