Balaklava, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Balaklava is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,956. Elevation: 230 ft (70 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 Balaklava
The town of Balaklava is located in South Australia, 92 kilometres north of Adelaide in the Mid North region. It is on the south bank of the Wakefield River, 25 kilometres east of Port Wakefield.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,956 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.1454°, 138.4115° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.5 inches (369 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balaklava
Balaklava is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,956. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Area | 832.5 sq mi (2,156.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1454°S, 138.4115°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 | - | - | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in |
Balaklava has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 51°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.7") and January the driest (0.7").
Schools in Balaklava
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Christian School | - | - | - | - |
Golf Courses in Balaklava
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Balaklava
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clare Valley Brewing Company |
Airports Near Balaklava
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RAAF Base Edinburgh | - | Medium Airport |
| Adelaide Parafield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ardrossan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Balaklava Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calvin Grove Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clare Valley Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Farrell Flat Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gawler Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hoyleton Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Kapunda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lochiel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Light Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lyndoch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maitland Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rowland Flat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Snowtown Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Balaklava?
Balaklava has a population of 1,956 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 Balaklava?
Balaklava enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches.
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