Cape Paterson, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Cape Paterson is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,111. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°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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People
Climate
| Population | 1,111 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.6709°, 145.6213° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.2 inches (996 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
About Cape Paterson
Cape Paterson is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,111. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Cape Paterson
Cape Paterson has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 966 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 673.6 sq mi (1,744.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6709°S, 145.6213°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in |
Cape Paterson has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 51°F in August to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Cape Paterson
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast FM | pop music, pop rock | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Cape Paterson
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunurong Environment Centre & Shell Museum | ||||
| Coal Creek Community Park & Museum | ||||
| State Coal Mine Museum | ||||
| Wonthaggi & District Historical Museum |
Libraries in Cape Paterson
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wonthaggi Principal Library | 0.0 |
Breweries in Cape Paterson
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burra Brewing Co. |
Airports Near Cape Paterson
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Moorabbin Airport | MBW | Medium Airport |
| Bunurong Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bunyip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Drouin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fish Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inverloch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leongatha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longwarry Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nar Nar Goon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stony Creek (Buffalo) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tooradin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tyabb Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wilsons Promontory Airport (Yanakie Airport) | - | Small Airport |
| Wonthaggi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yanakie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cape Paterson?
Cape Paterson has a population of 1,111 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 673.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cape Paterson?
Cape Paterson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.
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