Chinchilla, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Chinchilla is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 7,068. Elevation: 997 ft (304 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°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 Chinchilla
Chinchilla is a rural town and locality in the Western Downs Region, Queensland, Australia. Chinchilla is known as the 'Melon Capital of Australia', and plays host to a Melon Festival every second year in February.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,068 |
| Population Density | 254 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.7379°, 150.6297° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (618 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chinchilla
Chinchilla is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 7,068. The city sits at an elevation of 997 feet (304 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 27.9 sq mi (72.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.7379°S, 150.6297°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
Chinchilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 54°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and August the driest (0.9").
Schools in Chinchilla
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinchilla State High School | - | - | - | - |
| Chinchilla State School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Chinchilla Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Chinchilla State High School (Agricultural Education) | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chinchilla
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Chinchilla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinchilla Museum |
Libraries in Chinchilla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinchilla Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Chinchilla
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chinchilla
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chinchilla
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Chinchilla
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chinchilla
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Chinchilla
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chinchilla
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chinchilla
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chinchilla
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Chinchilla
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chinchilla
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Chinchilla
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chinchilla
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchilla Airport | CCL | Medium Airport |
| Aldersyde Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dalby Airport | DBY | Small Airport |
| Darling Downs Airspray Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| george lees airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jimbour Homestead airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lyndley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Miles Airport | WLE | Small Airport |
| Tara Airport | XTR | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chinchilla
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chinchilla Post Shop |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chinchilla
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chinchilla Church of Christ | |
| Chinchilla Presbyterian Church | |
| Chinchilla Uniting Church | |
| Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church | |
| Parish of St Cecilia's Anglican 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 Chinchilla?
Chinchilla has a population of 7,068 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 254 people per square mile, spread across 27.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chinchilla?
Chinchilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.
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