Capella, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Capella is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 974. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°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 Capella
Capella is a rural town and locality in the Central Highlands Region, Queensland, Australia.
In the 2021 census, the locality of Capella had a population of 974 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 974 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.0859°, 148.0221° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.7 inches (627 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Capella
Capella is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 974. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Capella
Capella has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 559 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.0859°S, 148.0221°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in |
Capella has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 60°F in July to 83°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and September the driest (0.8").
Schools in Capella
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capella State School | - | - | - | - |
| Capella State High School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Capella
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Village |
Libraries in Capella
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capella Library | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Capella
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Capella
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Capella
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Capella
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clermont Airport | CMQ | Medium Airport |
| Dysart Airport | DYA | Medium Airport |
| Emerald Airport | EMD | Medium Airport |
| Capella Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goonoo Feedlot Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middlemount Airport | MMM | Small Airport |
| Oaky Creek Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oaky Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Willows airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Capella
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Holy Spirit Anglican Church | |
| St Josephs Catholic 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 Capella?
Capella has a population of 974 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Capella?
Capella has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches.
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