Atherton, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Atherton is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 7,348. Elevation: 2,510 ft (765 m). Average temperature: 63°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 Atherton
Atherton is a rural town and locality in the Tablelands Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Atherton had a population of 7,724 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,348 |
| Elevation | 2,510 ft (765 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.2686°, 145.4752° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.5 inches (2,323 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Atherton
Atherton is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 7,348. The city sits at an elevation of 2,510 feet (765 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Atherton
Atherton has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Dec (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 988 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,510 ft (765 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2686°S, 145.4752°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 10.9 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 9.9 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
Atherton has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 58°F in July to 75°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.7") and September the driest (0.6").
Schools in Atherton
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Christian College | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| Atherton High School | - | - | - | - |
| Atherton State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Atherton
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC 801kHz AM Cairns QLD Far North Queensland Local Radio 20220701 | community, contemporary | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE | cairns, talk | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Atherton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eacham Historical Museum | ||||
| Herberton Mining Museum | ||||
| Historic Village Herberton | ||||
| Hou Wang Temple | ||||
| Spy & Camera Museum | ||||
| War Museum |
Libraries in Atherton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Herberton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Malanda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Millaa Millaa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yungaburra Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Atherton
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Atherton
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Atherton
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Atherton
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Atherton
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Atherton
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Atherton
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Atherton
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Atherton
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Atherton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billycart Brewing Co |
Airports Near Atherton
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cairns International Airport | CNS | Large Airport |
| Mareeba Airport | MRG | Medium Airport |
| Atherton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dimbulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunk Island Airport | DKI | Small Airport |
| Gunnawarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herberton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Innisfail Airport | IFL | Small Airport |
| Koah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mont Albion Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Garnet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tully Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yalkulka Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Atherton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Atherton
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican | |
| Atherton Tablelands Baptist Church | |
| St Joseph's |
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Waterfalls Near Atherton
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Atherton.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Carrington Falls | |
| Walsh Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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Atherton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 91.5 inches.
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