Barcaldine, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Barcaldine is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,540. Elevation: 883 ft (269 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°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 Barcaldine
Barcaldine is a rural town and locality in the Barcaldine Region in Queensland, Australia. This is the administrative centre of the Barcaldine Region. Barcaldine played a major role in the Australian labour movement. In the 2021 census, Barcaldine had a population of 1,540.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,540 |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.5535°, 145.2854° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.1 inches (485 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barcaldine
Barcaldine is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,540. The city sits at an elevation of 883 feet (269 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Barcaldine
Barcaldine has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Jan (29.7°C), the coldest is Jul (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 486 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.5535°S, 145.2854°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F (29°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 84°F (29°C) | 2.4 in |
Barcaldine has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 59°F in July to 85°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and September the driest (0.6").
Schools in Barcaldine
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcaldine Prep-12 State School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Josephs Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Barcaldine
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Barcaldine
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcaldine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barcaldine Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Barcaldine
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Barcaldine
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Barcaldine
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Barcaldine
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Barcaldine
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Barcaldine
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Barcaldine
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Barcaldine
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Barcaldine
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Barcaldine
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barcaldine Airport | BCI | Medium Airport |
| Alice Downs Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aramac Airport | AXC | Small Airport |
| Isis Downs Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Springfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Barcaldine
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Barcaldine LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Barcaldine
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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Barcaldine has a population of 1,540 residents and is located in Australia..
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Barcaldine has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches.
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