South Australia · SA4 sub-regional conditions
Actual
60.9mm
Historical
15.4mm
vs Average
300%
Bar shows rainfall relative to average (centre line = 100% of average)
23.4%
volumetric (0-1cm) · Adequate
State average: 13.1% (Dry)
23
hotspots (5d)
State-level · NASA FIRMS
State-level · BOM Water Data
Adelaide Hills has received exceptional rainfall at 300% of average (60.9mm vs 15.4mm), resulting in strong soil moisture levels at 23.4% compared to the state average of 13.1%. These wet conditions strongly favour wine grapes, almonds and vegetables, providing excellent growing conditions and reducing irrigation requirements. The sub-region's composite score of 53 outperforms South Australia's 47, reflecting the benefits of abundant moisture, though producers should monitor for potential waterlogging risks if heavy rainfall continues.
SA4-specific AI summary · 14/04/2026
Adelaide Hills (South Australia) has a composite agricultural conditions score of 53/100, rated as mixed. This score is updated daily using localised rainfall and soil moisture data from SILO DataDrill and BOM.
Recent 30-day rainfall is 300% of the historical average (60.9mm actual vs 15.4mm average).
The key commodities in the Adelaide Hills region are wine grapes, almonds, vegetables. Each commodity has its own detailed analysis page with live pricing and forward outlook.
The SA4 composite score is the average of the rainfall score (30-day actual vs historical average) and the soil moisture score (volumetric water content banded from Very Dry to Wet). Soil moisture is currently 23.4% (adequate).
