/environment/ en /environment/news/list/2025/08/13/adelaides-shift-to-intense-downpours-and-rising-drought-risk New research led by Environment Institute member Assoc Prof Mark Thyer, with Prof Seth Westra and researchers from the Goyder Institute for Water Research, has revealed a major shift in our rainfall patterns. By analysing decades of weather station data, radar technology, and climate models, the team found Short, high-intensity downpours (10–60 minutes) are becoming more intense and annual rainfall is decreasing, raising the risk of drought. These shifts have big implications for flood preparedness and stormwater management. August 01 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/08/13/adelaides-shift-to-intense-downpours-and-rising-drought-risk