Ardrossan, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Ardrossan is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,269. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°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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About Ardrossan
Ardrossan is a town in the Australian state of South Australia located on the eastern coast of the Yorke Peninsula, about 150 kilometres (93 mi) by road from the Adelaide city centre. It is notable for its deepwater shipping port and its towering coastal cliffs of red clay.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,269 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.4222°, 137.9191° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.6 inches (397 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ardrossan
Ardrossan is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,269. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Ardrossan
Ardrossan has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.8°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 490 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 832.5 sq mi (2,156.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4222°S, 137.9191°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | KANGAROO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 65 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in |
Ardrossan has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.0") and January the driest (0.6").
Museums in Ardrossan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agery Reserve - National Trust | ||||
| Ardrossan Museum | ||||
| Maitland Museum-National Trust |
Hotels in Ardrossan
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ardrossan
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ardrossan
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ardrossan
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ardrossan
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ardrossan
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ardrossan
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide International Airport | ADL | Large Airport |
| RAAF Base Edinburgh | - | Medium Airport |
| Adelaide Parafield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ardrossan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Balaklava Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calvin Grove Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Gardens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clare Valley Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Hoyleton Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Kadina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lochiel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Light Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maitland Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Minlaton Airport | XML | Small Airport |
| Snowtown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yorketown Airport | ORR | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ardrossan
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dowlingville Uniting Church |
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Shipwrecks Near Ardrossan
2 documented shipwrecks found near Ardrossan.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| No 5 dumb hopper barge | - | A hopper barge that was scuttled in Gulf St Vincent. |
| Zanoni | - | A barque which foundered during a squall in Gulf St Vincent. |
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What is the population of Ardrossan?
Ardrossan has a population of 1,269 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ardrossan?
Ardrossan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.
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