Cobar, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Cobar is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,369. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°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 Cobar
Cobar is a town in Outback New South Wales, Australia, whose economy is based mainly upon base metals and gold mining. The town is 712 km (442 mi) by road northwest of the state capital, Sydney. It is at the crossroads of the Kidman Way and Barrier Highway. The town and the local government area, the Cobar Shire, are on the eastern edge of the Outback. At the 2021 census, the town of Cobar had a population of 3,369. The Shire has a population of approximately 4,700 and an area of 44,065 square kilometres (17,014 sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 3,369 |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.4967°, 145.8344° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.0 inches (380 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cobar
Cobar is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,369. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet (240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Cobar
Cobar has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.5°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 340 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.4967°S, 145.8344°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 1.4 in |
Cobar has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 50°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and June the driest (0.9").
Schools in Cobar
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobar Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Cobar High School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint John's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cobar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Cobar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Cobar Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Cobar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobar Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Cobar
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cobar
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cobar
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cobar
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cobar
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cobar
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cobar
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cobar
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cobar Airport | CAZ | Medium Airport |
| Nymagee Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cobar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cobar Post Shop |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cobar
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cobar Baptist Church | |
| Generocity Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Saint Laurence O'Toole Church | |
| St Pauls Anglican Church Cobar |
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Meteorites Near Cobar
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Cobar.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hermitage Plains | 1909 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cobar
What is the population of Cobar?
Cobar has a population of 3,369 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Cobar?
Cobar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches.
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