Forbes, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Forbes is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 8,157. Elevation: 797 ft (243 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°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 Forbes
Forbes is a town in the Central West region of New South Wales, Australia, located on the Newell Highway between Parkes and West Wyalong. According to the 2021 census, Forbes has a population of 6,319. Forbes is probably named after Sir Francis Forbes, first Chief Justice of NSW.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,157 |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.3844°, 148.0076° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.2 inches (539 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Forbes
Forbes is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 8,157. The city sits at an elevation of 797 feet (243 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Forbes
Forbes has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.6°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 492 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.3844°S, 148.0076°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in |
Forbes has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 48°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (1.4").
Colleges & Universities in Forbes
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bend Catholic College | University | - | , |
Schools in Forbes
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Forbes North Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Forbes High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Laurence's Parish School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Forbes
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Forbes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Aircraft Restoration Society - Parkes Aviation Museum | ||||
| McFeeters Motor Museum |
Libraries in Forbes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Parkes Shire Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Forbes
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Forbes
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Forbes
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Forbes
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Forbes
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Forbes
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Forbes
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Forbes
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Forbes
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Forbes
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Forbes
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cowra Airport | CWT | Medium Airport |
| Forbes Airport | FRB | Medium Airport |
| Parkes Airport | PKE | Medium Airport |
| Canowindra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fairholme airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fairview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grenfell Airport | GFE | Small Airport |
| Parkes private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Peak Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Forbes
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Forbes Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Forbes
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Forbes Baptist Church | |
| Forbes Uniting Church | |
| St John's Anglican Church | |
| St Laurence O'Toole Church | |
| St. Andrews |
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UFO Sightings Near Forbes
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Forbes.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Forbes (32km outside of) (nsw, australia) | 2000 | A flash of light appeared in the sky as if it had sped from a distant place, before I could get closer it had disappeared but it left |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Forbes
What is the population of Forbes?
Forbes has a population of 8,157 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Forbes?
Forbes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches.
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