Temperatures:
* Summer: Hot and dry, with average maximum temperatures around 25-30°C (77-86°F). Temperatures can reach over 40°C (104°F) on some days.
* Winter: Mild and dry, with average maximum temperatures around 15-18°C (59-64°F). Frosts are rare.
Rainfall:
* Annual rainfall averages around 300-400mm (12-16 inches).
* Rainfall is highly variable and can occur in short bursts, with long dry periods in between.
* Most rainfall occurs in winter.
Humidity:
* Generally low, particularly during summer.
Winds:
* Can be strong and gusty, particularly in summer.
* Prevailing winds are from the south-east.
Other factors:
* Saltwater: The Coorong is a brackish water system, with high salinity levels. This can affect plant and animal life.
* Bushfires: The dry vegetation makes the area prone to bushfires, particularly in summer.
Overall, the climate of the Coorong is:
* Hot and dry in summer
* Mild and dry in winter
* Variable rainfall
* Low humidity
* Windy
It's important to note that the climate can vary considerably within the Coorong, depending on location and time of year.
