Drayton, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Drayton is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,813. Elevation: 2,021 ft (616 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°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 Drayton
Drayton is a rural locality in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Drayton had a population of 1,813 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,813 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,021 ft (616 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.6001°, 151.9011° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Drayton
Drayton is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,813. The city sits at an elevation of 2,021 feet (616 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Drayton
Drayton has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 667 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,021 ft (616 m) |
| Area | 282.3 sq mi (731.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.6001°S, 151.9011°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
Drayton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (1.1").
Schools in Drayton
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drayton State School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Drayton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Army Flying Museum | ||||
| Cobb & Co Museum | ||||
| DownSteam Toowoomba | ||||
| Main Roads Heritage Centre | ||||
| Murphy's Creek Railway Museum | ||||
| School Museum and Archives |
Libraries in Drayton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dent Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Highfields Library | 0.0 | |||||
| K Block (Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toowoomba City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UniSQ Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Drayton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabarlah Markets |
Gas Stations in Drayton
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Drayton
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Drayton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Brothers Brewing | ||||
| Bone Idol Brewery | ||||
| Mouse Proof brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Drayton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Drayton
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport | WTB | Large Airport |
| Oakey Army Aviation Centre | OKY | Medium Airport |
| Aratula Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Argyle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blenheim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cambooya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Churchable Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clifton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | - | Small Airport |
| Coominya | - | Small Airport |
| Crowley Vale private airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dalby Airport | DBY | Small Airport |
| Ellinthorp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gatton Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| george lees airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Greenmount ALA | - | Small Airport |
| Jimbour Homestead airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| McCaffrey Field | - | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Millmerran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Walker airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pittsworth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toowoomba Airport | TWB | Small Airport |
| Warwick Airport | WAZ | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Drayton
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Way Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Drayton
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Matthew's |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Drayton?
Drayton has a population of 1,813 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 282.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Drayton?
Drayton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.
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