Cambridge, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Cambridge is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,454. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,454 Population 3/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone

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About Cambridge

Cambridge is a suburb in the greater area of Hobart, capital of Tasmania, Australia. It is in the City of Clarence local government area. The suburb is situated in close proximity to Hobart Airport and the Cambridge Aerodrome, and is approximately 18 km to Hobart via the Tasman Highway. In recent years Cambridge had developed an Industrial estate and has become a popular commuter town for people working in Hobart.

People

Population1,454
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Population1,454
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates-42.8333°, 147.4500°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cambridge

Cambridge is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,454. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Climate in Cambridge

Cambridge has an average annual temperature of 13°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 489 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.3°C / 65°F 11.7° / 24.9° 41.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 11.1° / 23.8° 31.8
Mar 16°C / 61°F 10° / 22.1° 37.6
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 18.9° 32.7
May 10.9°C / 52°F 5.9° / 15.8° 35.2
Jun 8.8°C / 48°F 4° / 13.6° 47.9
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.1° 37.5
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 3.6° / 14° 52.4
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 5.4° / 16.2° 40.6
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.3° 43.5
Nov 14.7°C / 58°F 8.8° / 20.6° 45.7
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.7° 43.0
Cambridge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates42.8333°S, 147.4500°E
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Oct 8, 2024.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 68 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
August 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
December 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Cambridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 46°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Cambridge

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cambridge Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cambridge

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC - AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthony Borghesi - AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Hobart - AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Cambridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of Tasmania
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Gatekeeper Cottage
Grote Reber Museum
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Narryna Heritage Museum
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Cambridge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Sorell Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Cambridge

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Restaurants in Cambridge

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coal River Farm

Cafes in Cambridge

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cambridge Kitchen and Newsagency
Frogmore Creek Wines
Luma Kitchen
Red Square Cafe
Runway Cafe

Gas Stations in Cambridge

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #2190905070
Shell

Shopping Malls in Cambridge

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cambridge Park

Golf Courses in Cambridge

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Richmond Golf Course

Breweries in Cambridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deep South Brewing Company
Deep South Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Cambridge

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Airports Near Cambridge

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell Airport-Small Airport
Bruny Island Airport-Small Airport
Cambridge Aerodrome-Small Airport
Darlington Airport-Small Airport
Glendevie Airport-Small Airport
Jericho Airport-Small Airport
Lagoon Bay Airport-Small Airport
Sandfly Airport-Small Airport
Swansea Airport-Small Airport
Triabunna Airport-Small Airport
Tunbridge Airport-Small Airport
Windrush International Airport-Small Airport
Woodbury Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Cambridge

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
Gregory Street Psychology
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Psychology Centre
Sandy Bay Clinic
Sandy Bay Podiatry
Silk Laser Clinics
st.lukes Health

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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What is the population of Cambridge?

Cambridge has a population of 1,454 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cambridge?

Cambridge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

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