Canowindra, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Canowindra is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,451. Elevation: 997 ft (304 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°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 Canowindra
Canowindra is a historic township and the largest population centre in Cabonne Shire, situated on the Belubula River. The town is located between Orange and Cowra in the central west of New South Wales, Australia. The curving main street, Gaskill Street, is partly an urban conservation area.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,451 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.5625°, 148.6643° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.9 inches (633 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Canowindra
Canowindra is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,451. The city sits at an elevation of 997 feet (304 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Canowindra
Canowindra has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.1°C), the coldest is Jul (9°C). Average annual precipitation is 605 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 1,401.9 sq mi (3,630.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5625°S, 148.6643°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in |
Canowindra has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 47°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (1.6").
Schools in Canowindra
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canowindra High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Edwards Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Canowindra Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Canowindra
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Canowindra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canowindra Historical Society Museum | ||||
| The Age Of Fishes Museum |
Libraries in Canowindra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canowindra Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Canowindra
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Canowindra
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Canowindra
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Canowindra
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cowra Airport | CWT | Medium Airport |
| Forbes Airport | FRB | Medium Airport |
| Orange Airport | OAG | Medium Airport |
| Parkes Airport | PKE | Medium Airport |
| Young Airport | NGA | Medium Airport |
| Bendick Murrell Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Binda | - | Small Airport |
| Canowindra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coombing Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cudal Airport | CUG | Small Airport |
| Grenfell Airport | GFE | Small Airport |
| Parkes private strip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Canowindra
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canowindra Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Canowindra
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lachlan Valley Mennonite Church | |
| Peace Memorial Uniting Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Canowindra?
Canowindra has a population of 1,451 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,401.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Canowindra?
Canowindra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.9 inches.
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