Downer, Australia
Australian Capital Territory · Australia
Downer is a small town in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 4,296. Elevation: 1,923 ft (586 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°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 Downer
Downer is a suburb of Canberra, Australia, in the city's inner north. The suburb is bounded by Northbourne Avenue, Antill Street and Philip Avenue.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,296 |
| Population Density | 6,929 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,923 ft (586 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.2446°, 149.1447° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Australian Capital Territory |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (641 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Downer
Downer is a small town in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 4,296. The city sits at an elevation of 1,923 feet (586 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Downer
Downer has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 596 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,923 ft (586 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,929/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2446°S, 149.1447°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in |
Downer has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (1.8").
Radio Stations near Downer
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGE! | alternative rock, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC AFL | live sports, sports talk | AAC 238 kbps |
Museums in Downer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian War Memorial | ||||
| Calthorpes House | ||||
| Canberra Fire Museum | ||||
| Canberra Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Space Centre | ||||
| Hall School Museum | ||||
| Lanyon Homestead | ||||
| Museum of Australian Democracy | ||||
| National Archives of Australia | ||||
| National Capital Exhibition | ||||
| National Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| National Film & Sound Archive | ||||
| Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Queanbeyan Printing Museum | ||||
| St Johns Schoolhouse Museum | ||||
| Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum |
Libraries in Downer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ACT Public Library Erindale | 0.0 | |||||
| ANU Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| Belconnen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSIRO Black Mountain | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gungahlin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library East Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library West Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| JB Chifley Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Senior School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queanbeyan City Council Library | 0.0 | |||||
| R.G. Menzies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggeranong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Downer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Food Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Lanyon Marketplace |
Hotels in Downer
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Downer
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Downer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Downer
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Downer
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selwyn Snow Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Downer
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport | CBR | Medium Airport |
| Goulburn Airport | GUL | Medium Airport |
| Bakblok Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bondo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Braidwood Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Collector Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crookwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Currandooley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gundaroo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southern tablelands gliding club | - | Small Airport |
| Wallaroo Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wee Jasper Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Downer
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Pain and Wellness Clinic | ||
| Belconnen Chiropractic Centre | ||
| Belconnen Mall Medical Centre | ||
| Canberra Complementary Health Practice | ||
| Central Outpatients | ||
| Child Health Clinic | ||
| Chiropractic Life | ||
| ICON Cancer Centre Canberra | ||
| Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic | ||
| Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics | ||
| QSCAN Bruce | ||
| Western Creek Medical Practice |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Downer
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Downer
What is the population of Downer?
Downer has a population of 4,296 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6,929 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Downer?
Downer has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches.
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