Burnett Heads, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Burnett Heads is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,908. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°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 Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads is a coastal town and locality in the Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Burnett Heads had a population of 2,908 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,908 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.7647°, 152.4127° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (667 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,908. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.1°C), the coldest is Jul (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 922 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.1°F |
| 32% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 289.0 sq mi (748.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.7647°S, 152.4127°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 6.1 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in |
Burnett Heads has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in June to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.4") and September the driest (1.4").
Schools in Burnett Heads
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnett Heads State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Burnett Heads
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple M Bundy | good times and greatest hits, greatest hits | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Gin Gin's Own 104.9 | community | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CherbOURg Radio | community, indigenous | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Burnett Heads
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bert Hinkler House | ||||
| Bundaberg Museum | ||||
| Bundaberg Railway Museum | ||||
| Fairymead House Museum | ||||
| Hinkler Hall of Aviation |
Libraries in Burnett Heads
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundaberg Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Burnett Heads
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's markets |
Restaurants in Burnett Heads
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Burnett Heads
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Burnett Heads
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Burnett Heads
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 384 North Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Burnett Heads
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Burnett Heads
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bundaberg Airport | BDB | Medium Airport |
| Hervey Bay Airport | HVB | Medium Airport |
| Agnes Water private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bully Yard private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Childers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lady Elliot Island Airstrip | LYT | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | MBH | Small Airport |
| Monduran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| North Gregory/Elliott Field | - | Small Airport |
| Pacific Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
| private airfield agnes waters | - | Small Airport |
| private airstrip agnes waters | - | Small Airport |
| private runway agnes waters | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Burnett Heads
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post |
Treatment Centers in Burnett Heads
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Health First Bundaberg |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Burnett Heads
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church |
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Burnett Heads?
Burnett Heads has a population of 2,908 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Burnett Heads?
Burnett Heads has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.
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