Dampier Peninsula, Australia
Western Australia · Australia
Dampier Peninsula is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,459. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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 Dampier Peninsula
The Dampier Peninsula is a peninsula located north of Broome and Roebuck Bay in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, named after the mariner and explorer William Dampier who visited it. It is surrounded by the Indian Ocean to the west and north, and King Sound to the east. The northernmost part of the peninsula is Cape Leveque. It is sparsely inhabited, mostly by Indigenous Australian peoples, some of whom have been granted native title rights to some of their traditional lands. There are many coastal inlets, bays, and other features, including Beagle Bay on its western side.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,459 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.9324°, 122.8656° |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Western Australia |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.8 inches (834 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dampier Peninsula
Dampier Peninsula is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,459. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Area | 62.7 sq mi (162.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9324°S, 122.8656°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F (30°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 9.3 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 86°F (30°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 87°F (30°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
Dampier Peninsula has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 72°F in July to 87°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.3") and August the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Dampier Peninsula
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arrow Pearling Base Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beagle Bay Airport | BEE | Small Airport |
| Cape Leveque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lombadina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| One Arm Point Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Shipwrecks Near Dampier Peninsula
3 documented shipwrecks found near Dampier Peninsula.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Alice | - | A 132-ton vessel that was wrecked on Brue reef with the loss of 13 of its 41 crew.[13] |
| Kori | - | A schooner that foundered at Tappers Inlet during a tropical cyclone, without loss of life.[43][44] |
| Manfred | - | A 585-ton barque that was wrecked in a tropical cyclone while collecting guano at the Lacepede Islands.[48] |
Waterfalls Near Dampier Peninsula
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Dampier Peninsula.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Crocodile Creek swimming ponds and waterfalls |
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What is the population of Dampier Peninsula?
Dampier Peninsula has a population of 1,459 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 62.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dampier Peninsula?
Dampier Peninsula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.
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