Gillen, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Gillen is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 4,466. Elevation: 1,893 ft (577 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°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 Gillen
Gillen is a suburb of the town of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, Australia. It is on the traditional Country of the Arrernte people.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,466 |
| Population Density | 4,604 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,893 ft (577 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.7092°, 133.8660° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.7 inches (398 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gillen
Gillen is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 4,466. The city sits at an elevation of 1,893 feet (577 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Gillen
Gillen has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (29.7°C), the coldest is Jul (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 269 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,893 ft (577 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,604/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.7092°S, 133.8660°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 1.6 in |
Gillen has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in July to 83°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.4").
Schools in Gillen
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centralian Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Gillen Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bradshaw Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph’s Flexible Learning Centre | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Gillen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Australian Aviation Museum | ||||
| Museum of Central Australia | ||||
| Museum of Central Australia | ||||
| Museum of Central Australia | ||||
| Museum of Central Australia & Strehlow Research Center | ||||
| National Road Transport Hall of Fame | ||||
| Old Ghan Museum | ||||
| Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility | ||||
| RSL Club and War Museum | ||||
| The Old Courthouse |
Libraries in Gillen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Springs Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Gillen
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gillen
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gillen
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gillen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gillen
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alice Springs Airport | ASP | Medium Airport |
| Allambie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Amburla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bond Springs Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deep Well Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gemtree Caravan Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hamilton Downs Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hugh River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orange Creek Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ross River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| The Garden Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gillen
What is the population of Gillen?
Gillen has a population of 4,466 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4,604 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gillen?
Gillen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches.
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