Geilston Bay, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
Geilston Bay is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 3,461. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°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 Geilston Bay
Geilston Bay is a largely residential suburb of Hobart between Risdon Vale, Shag Bay, and Lindisfarne, in the City of Clarence located on the Eastern Shore of the River Derwent, taking its name from an inlet of that river of the same name. The inlet and locality were sometimes known by the alternative name "Limekiln Bay" on account of lime kilns which operated there between approximately the 1830s and the 1920s, the remains of which remained visible for some decades thereafter; another early name for the Bay was "James's Bay". The present suburb name derives from an early land holding "Geils Town" in the region purchased by Andrew Geils, Commandant of Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania) for a brief period in 1812-1813, who subsequently left his Australian holdings behind when he moved back to Scotland.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,461 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | -42.8296°, 147.3463° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.4 inches (519 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Geilston Bay
Geilston Bay is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 3,461. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Climate in Geilston Bay
Geilston Bay has an average annual temperature of 13°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 489 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8296°S, 147.3463°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
Geilston Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 46°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.6").
Schools in Geilston Bay
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindisfarne North Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Geilston Bay
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC | - | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Anthony Borghesi | - | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| ABC Radio Hobart | - | AAC+ 56 kbps |
Museums in Geilston Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Army Museum of Tasmania | ||||
| Channel Museum | ||||
| Claremont War Memorial Hall | ||||
| Gatekeeper Cottage | ||||
| Grote Reber Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum of Tasmania | ||||
| Matron's Quarters | ||||
| Mawsons Hut Replica Museum | ||||
| Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) | ||||
| Narryna Heritage Museum | ||||
| Richmond Gaol | ||||
| Rosny Barn | ||||
| Tasmania Police Museum | ||||
| Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Tasmanian Transport Museum | ||||
| Tasmanian Transport Museum |
Libraries in Geilston Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgewater Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LINC | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sorell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| State Library of Tasmania | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Geilston Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Furniture | |||||
| Salamanca Market | |||||
| TCM Market |
Breweries in Geilston Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep South Brewing Company | ||||
| Deep South Brewing Company | ||||
| Last Rites Brewing Company | ||||
| Last Rites Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Geilston Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Geilston Bay
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hobart International Airport | HBA | Large Airport |
| Bothwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bruny Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambridge Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Darlington Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glendevie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jericho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lagoon Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sandfly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Swansea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Triabunna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tunbridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Windrush International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodbury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Geilston Bay
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic | ||
| City Doctors & Travel Clinic | ||
| Gregory Street Psychology | ||
| Hopkins Street Medical Clinic | ||
| Psychology Centre | ||
| Sandy Bay Clinic | ||
| Sandy Bay Podiatry | ||
| Silk Laser Clinics | ||
| st.lukes Health |
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What is the population of Geilston Bay?
Geilston Bay has a population of 3,461 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Geilston Bay?
Geilston Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.
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