Craignish, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Craignish is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,190. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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 Craignish
Craignish is a coastal locality in the Fraser Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Craignish had a population of 2,190 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,190 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.2826°, 152.7243° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.1 inches (815 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Craignish
Craignish is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,190. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Craignish
Craignish has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.3°C), the coldest is Jul (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 287.9 sq mi (745.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.2826°S, 152.7243°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 5.1 in |
Craignish has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 62°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.3") and August the driest (1.4").
Radio Stations near Craignish
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple M Bundy | good times and greatest hits, greatest hits | AAC 130 kbps | |
| CherbOURg Radio | community, indigenous | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Craignish
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burrum and District Museum | ||||
| Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum | ||||
| Wide Bay Hospitals Museum |
Libraries in Craignish
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burrum Heads Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hervey Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Howard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodgate Beach Library | 0.0 |
Golf Courses in Craignish
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Craignish
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bundaberg Airport | BDB | Medium Airport |
| Hervey Bay Airport | HVB | Medium Airport |
| Aquila Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Biggenden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bully Yard private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Childers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cooloola Village Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | MBH | Small Airport |
| North Gregory/Elliott Field | - | Small Airport |
| Orchid Beach Airport | OKB | Small Airport |
| Pacific Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rainbow Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toby's Gap Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Craignish?
Craignish has a population of 2,190 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Craignish?
Craignish enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches.
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