Goolwa, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Goolwa is a small city in South Australia, Australia with a population of 8,756. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°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 Goolwa
Goolwa, known as The Elbow to early settlers, is a historic river port on the Murray River near the Murray Mouth in South Australia. Goolwa is approximately 85 km (53 mi) south of Adelaide, and is joined by a bridge to Hindmarsh Island.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,756 |
| Population Density | 62 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.5016°, 138.7819° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.8 inches (579 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Goolwa
Goolwa is a small city in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 8,756. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Goolwa
Goolwa has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 551 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 140.3 sq mi (363.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 62/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5016°S, 138.7819°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | KANGAROO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 90 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in |
Goolwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 53°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.7").
Schools in Goolwa
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goolwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Investigator College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Goolwa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofty 88.9 | - | AAC 24 kbps |
Museums in Goolwa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert's Motor Museum | ||||
| Goolwa Museum-National Trust | ||||
| Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage | ||||
| James Bassett School-National Trust | ||||
| National Trust Museum and Gift Shop | ||||
| Port Elliot Railway Station - National Trust | ||||
| Strathalbyn Police Station and Courthouse Museum - National Trust | ||||
| Victor Harbor Station Master's Residence | ||||
| Willunga Courthouse National Trust Museum | ||||
| Willunga Slate National Trust Museum |
Libraries in Goolwa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Elliot Depot | 0.0 | |||||
| Strathalbyn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Victor Harbor Town Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Goolwa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goolwa Wharf Rotary Market | |||||
| Willunga Farmers Market |
Hotels in Goolwa
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Goolwa
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Goolwa
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Goolwa
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Goolwa
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Goolwa
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Goolwa
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide International Airport | ADL | Large Airport |
| Adelaide Parafield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aldinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aldinga private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Gardens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Claremont Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Goolwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh Island private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Huntfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Meningie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murray Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rollo's Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Strathalbyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodside Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Goolwa
What is the population of Goolwa?
Goolwa has a population of 8,756 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 140.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Goolwa?
Goolwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches.
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