Brinkin, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Brinkin is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 1,117. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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 Brinkin
Brinkin is a northern suburb of Darwin, the capital city of the Northern Territory, Australia. It is located 12 kilometres (7 mi) north of Darwin's central business district, and is home to the Casuarina campus of Charles Darwin University. It is the traditional country and waterways of the Larrakia people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,117 |
| Population Density | 2,428 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3706°, 130.8680° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.9 inches (1,826 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Brinkin
Brinkin is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 1,117. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Brinkin
Brinkin has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1845 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,428/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.3706°S, 130.8680°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 18.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 12.9 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 13.8 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 85°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 84°F (29°C) | 10.8 in |
Brinkin has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in June to 85°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 69.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Brinkin
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Darwin Uni | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Brinkin
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Radio DARWIN | - | AAC 94 kbps |
Museums in Brinkin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 Qantas Hangar | ||||
| Australian Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Bombing of Darwin Harbour | ||||
| Darwin Military Museum | ||||
| Fannie Bay Gaol | ||||
| Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory | ||||
| Royal Flying Doctor Service | ||||
| Tunnels | ||||
| WWII Display |
Libraries in Brinkin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casuarina Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Palmerston Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Darwin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Karama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marrara Toy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nightcliff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wagait Beach Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Brinkin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillans Road Vendor Area | |||||
| Mindil Beach Sunset Market | |||||
| Palmerston Markets | |||||
| Parap Market | |||||
| Rapid Creek Market |
Cafes in Brinkin
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Brinkin
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Brinkin
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Brinkin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Brinkin
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | DRW | Large Airport |
| Bathurst Island Airport | BRT | Medium Airport |
| Batchelor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulgul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coomalie Creek Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crab Claw Island Landing Ground | - | Small Airport |
| Delissaville Airport | DLV | Small Airport |
| Dundee Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finniss River Landing Ground | - | Small Airport |
| Gerald Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Belle Downs Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lachlan E Purkis Memoral Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Point Research Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pickertaramoor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Port Hurd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Brinkin
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Territory Hands |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Brinkin?
Brinkin has a population of 1,117 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,428 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Brinkin?
Brinkin has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 71.9 inches.
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