Ararat, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Ararat is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 8,500. Elevation: 1,066 ft (325 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 8,500 |
| Population Density | 1,619 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.2854°, 142.9273° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (641 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ararat
Ararat is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 8,500. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet (325 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Ararat
Ararat has an average annual temperature of 13.4°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.6°C), the coldest is Jul (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 547 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,619/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2854°S, 142.9273°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 66 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in |
Ararat has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 45°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Ararat
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| NMIT Ararat Campus (Aradale) | University | - | , |
Schools in Ararat
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ararat College | - | - | - | - |
| Ararat West Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ararat Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marian College | - | - | - | - |
| Ararat North Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ararat Secondary College School Farm Campus | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Parish Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Ararat
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gum San Chinese Heritage Museum | ||||
| Langi Morgala Museum | ||||
| Railway Museum |
Libraries in Ararat
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ararat Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ararat
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ararat
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ararat
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ararat
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ararat
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ararat
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ararat
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ararat
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ararat
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ararat
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ararat
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ararat
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ararat
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ararat
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ararat Airport | ARY | Medium Airport |
| Stawell Airport | SWC | Medium Airport |
| Amphitheatre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beaufort | - | Small Airport |
| Beaufort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chatsworth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Concongella private airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Derrinallum (Poligolet Station) airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Derrinallum Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grampians Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Bolac Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lismore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moonambel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Elephant Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount William Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Navarre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pomonal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Raglan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Arnaud Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Trawalla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Victoria Valley Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Victoria Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ararat
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ararat Presbyterian Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Multi-Faith Centre | |
| St Andrews Uniting Church | |
| The Olive Branch |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ararat
What is the population of Ararat?
Ararat has a population of 8,500 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,619 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ararat?
Ararat enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches.
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