Seal Island is an island located off the coast of South Australia, approximately 20 kilometres south of the town of Victor Harbor. It is the largest of the group of islands known as the Pages, which form part of the Encounter Marine Park. The island is approximately 1.2 kilometres long and 0.5 kilometres wide, with a total area of 0.6 square kilometres. It is mostly composed of granite, and is home to a large colony of Australian sea lions.
The island was first sighted by Matthew Flinders in 1802 during his circumnavigation of Australia. In 1803, the island was named Seal Island by Nicolas Baudin, who also named nearby Granite Island. Seal Island was used by sealers during the 19th century, and the remains of a number of structures from this period are still visible on the island.
Seal Island has been the site of several important historical events. In 1836, the island was the site of the first recorded meeting between Europeans and Australian Aborigines. In 1915, the island was the site of the first successful landing of a seaplane in Australia.
Today, Seal Island is a popular tourist destination, with visitors able to view the sea lion colony from the shore. The island is also a popular spot for scuba diving and snorkelling, with a number of shipwrecks located in the surrounding waters. The island is also home to a variety of bird species, including the white-bellied sea eagle and the osprey.
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Seal Island in Australia experiences a temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. Summers are usually warm and dry, while winters are cool and wet. Spring brings mild temperatures and frequent showers. In autumn, temperatures cool and rainfall increases. The weather is usually mild throughout the year, with temperatures rarely falling below 0°C in winter or rising above 30°C in summer.
Our weather forecast for Seal Island helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
| Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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| Dec. 25th 2024 Dec. 25th 2024 | max: 21.0 °C min: 8 °C |
22.3 m/s 27.0 m/s |
39.6 % 11.2 m |
68.8 % 1,012 hPa |
05:29:00 20:45:55 |
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| Dec. 26th 2024 Dec. 26th 2024 | max: 18.4 °C min: 16 °C |
56.5 m/s 71.3 m/s |
98.5 % 24.1 m |
89.2 % 1,004 hPa |
05:29:39 20:46:14 |
|
| Dec. 27th 2024 Dec. 27th 2024 | max: 18.9 °C min: 14.6 °C |
51.5 m/s 74.2 m/s |
74.0 % 24.1 m |
65.8 % 996 hPa |
05:30:19 20:46:31 |
|
| Dec. 28th 2024 Dec. 28th 2024 | max: 16.7 °C min: 13.3 °C |
32.0 m/s 39.6 m/s |
57.7 % 23.9 m |
63.7 % 1,005 hPa |
05:31:02 20:46:46 |
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| Dec. 29th 2024 Dec. 29th 2024 | max: 17.6 °C min: 13.4 °C |
33.1 m/s 39.2 m/s |
35.2 % 24.1 m |
67.4 % 1,010 hPa |
05:31:47 20:46:58 |
|
| Dec. 30th 2024 Dec. 30th 2024 | max: 19.3 °C min: 14.9 °C |
24.8 m/s 32.4 m/s |
79.7 % 24.1 m |
73.1 % 1,010 hPa |
05:32:33 20:47:08 |
|
| Dec. 31st 2024 Dec. 31st 2024 | max: 16.6 °C min: 13.3 °C |
28.8 m/s 31.7 m/s |
23.6 % 24.1 m |
63.9 % 1,011 hPa |
05:33:22 20:47:15 |
|
| Jan. 1st 2025 Jan. 1st 2025 | max: 18.4 °C min: 13.2 °C |
37.8 m/s 45.7 m/s |
33.9 % 24.1 m |
62.9 % 1,004 hPa |
05:34:12 20:47:20 |
|
| Jan. 2nd 2025 Jan. 2nd 2025 | max: 14.4 °C min: 12.1 °C |
40.0 m/s 43.2 m/s |
22.3 % 24.1 m |
59.6 % 1,014 hPa |
05:35:05 20:47:23 |
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| Jan. 3rd 2025 Jan. 3rd 2025 | max: 16.1 °C min: 12.2 °C |
29.9 m/s 30.2 m/s |
43.6 % 24.1 m |
66.6 % 1,021 hPa |
05:35:59 20:47:23 |
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| Jan. 4th 2025 Jan. 4th 2025 | max: 16.5 °C min: 14.3 °C |
37.1 m/s 41.8 m/s |
58.7 % 24.1 m |
74.2 % 1,019 hPa |
05:36:55 20:47:21 |
|
| Jan. 5th 2025 Jan. 5th 2025 | max: 16.7 °C min: 15.3 °C |
39.6 m/s 48.6 m/s |
15.8 % 24.1 m |
80.2 % 1,019 hPa |
05:37:52 20:47:16 |
|
| Jan. 6th 2025 Jan. 6th 2025 | max: 17.5 °C min: 15.3 °C |
53.3 m/s 65.5 m/s |
74.9 % 24.1 m |
85.7 % 1,015 hPa |
05:38:51 20:47:08 |
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| Jan. 7th 2025 Jan. 7th 2025 | max: 17.4 °C min: 15.4 °C |
45.4 m/s 50.6 m/s |
100.0 % 19.5 m |
90.8 % 1,011 hPa |
05:39:52 20:46:59 |
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| Jan. 8th 2025 Jan. 8th 2025 | max: 15.3 °C min: 14 °C |
46.8 m/s 47.9 m/s |
100.0 % 19.7 m |
78.8 % 1,019 hPa |
05:40:54 20:46:47 |
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