Cardwell, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Cardwell is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,320. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 74°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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People
Climate
| Population | 1,320 |
| Population Density | 698 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.2669°, 146.0280° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.8 inches (2,027 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cardwell
Cardwell is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,320. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Cardwell
Cardwell has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.6°C), the coldest is Jul (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2055 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.0°F |
| 37% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 698/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2669°S, 146.0280°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 12.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 19.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 13.8 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 9.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in |
Cardwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 66°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 79.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (19.8") and July the driest (1.0").
Schools in Cardwell
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardwell State School | - | - | - | - |
| Kennedy State School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Cardwell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girringun Museum |
Libraries in Cardwell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardwell Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Cardwell
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cardwell
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cardwell
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cardwell
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cardwell
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cardwell
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cardwell
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Camel Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dallachy(Cardwell) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Dunk Island Airport | DKI | Small Airport |
| Glen Ruth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goshen Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingham Airport | IGH | Small Airport |
| Innisfail Airport | IFL | Small Airport |
| Palm Island Airport | PMK | Small Airport |
| Tully Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cardwell
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church |
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Waterfalls Near Cardwell
14 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Cardwell.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Attie Creek Falls | |
| Blencoe Falls | |
| Cathedral Falls | |
| Elphinstone Creek Falls | |
| Garrawalt Falls | |
| Herkes Falls | |
| Hinkler Falls | |
| Kennedy Falls | |
| Lower Garrawalt Falls | |
| Murray Falls | |
| Sword Creek Falls | |
| White Adder Falls | |
| Wispy Falls | |
| Yamanie Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Cardwell?
Cardwell has a population of 1,320 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 698 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cardwell?
Cardwell has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 79.8 inches.
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