1. of or relating to the south or southern regions
Usage: formal

Examples

• The austral winds brought cooler temperatures to the region.
• Scientists studied the austral migration patterns of certain bird species.
• The austral hemisphere experiences winter during our summer months.
• Ancient maps often marked austral territories with special symbols.
• The austral regions of the continent remain largely unexplored.
• Austral currents affect the climate of coastal areas.