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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Aussie Brief Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
The live radar above shows rain and storms around Adelaide in real time. It uses data from the Bureau of Meteorology’s Buckland Park radar. For the latest adelaide weather forecast, combine the radar with the bom forecast adelaide to plan your day.
Where is the radar located?
The main weather radar adelaide bom is at Buckland Park, about 40 kilometres north of the city. It covers the greater Adelaide region, the Gulf St Vincent and the southern Flinders Ranges. The adelaide weather radar 512 setting displays the maximum range of 512 kilometres, but beyond 250 kilometres the signal becomes weaker and less reliable for rain intensity.
For a closer look at your suburb, zoom into the 128 km range on the weather sa radar live display. Hills around Mount Lofty can cause some gaps, but the radar still picks up most rain bands moving in from the west or south.
How often does the image update?
Images refresh every six minutes. The weather sa radar live hourly loop lets you see movement and intensity trends over the past hour. Weatherzone adelaide radar uses the same BOM data, so the feed you see on this page matches their product. Check the live radar above for the most recent sweep – if it shows green over the city, you are likely in for light rain.
Does the radar cover all of the Adelaide Hills?
Most of the hills are covered, but the Mount Lofty Ranges block the lower-level beam. Rain near Aldgate or Stirling shows up clearly, while light drizzle in deep valleys may be missed. Use the 64 km zoom for the best local view.
Is the radar the same as on Weatherzone?
Yes. Weatherzone adelaide radar sources its images from the BOM’s Buckland Park radar. The only difference can be the colour scale or loop speed. The live radar above gives the same raw data with no delay.
Can I see future rain on the radar?
No. Radar shows what is falling now. For predictions, open the Adelaide weather forecast page. It uses computer models to forecast rain up to seven days ahead. Combine radar with that forecast to decide when to go out.