Blackwater, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Blackwater is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,702. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Average temperature: 73°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 Blackwater
Blackwater is a rural town and locality in the Central Highlands Region, Queensland, Australia. It is within a significant coal mining area in Central Queensland. The name of the township was inspired by the dark colour of local waterholes. In the 2021 census, the locality of Blackwater had a population of 4,702 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,702 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.5835°, 148.8791° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.0 inches (610 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Blackwater
Blackwater is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,702. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet (184 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.9°F |
| 35% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.5835°S, 148.8791°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Blackwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 61°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.8").
Schools in Blackwater
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwater State High School | - | - | - | - |
| Blackwater State School | - | - | - | - |
| Blackwater North State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Blackwater
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Blackwater
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwater Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackwater Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bluff Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Blackwater
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Blackwater
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Blackwater
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Blackwater
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Blackwater
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Blackwater
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Blackwater
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Blackwater
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Blackwater
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Blackwater
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Blackwater
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwater Airport | BLT | Medium Airport |
| Emerald Airport | EMD | Medium Airport |
| Dingo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Goonoo Feedlot Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaiuroo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Memooloo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oaky Creek Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oaky Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woorabinda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yarrabee Mine Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Blackwater
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Blackwater LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Blackwater
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Blackwater?
Blackwater has a population of 4,702 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Blackwater?
Blackwater has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches.
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