Grafton, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Grafton is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 10,563. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°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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People
Climate
| Population | 10,563 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.6810°, 152.9339° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.6 inches (777 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Grafton
Grafton is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 10,563. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Grafton
Grafton has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.2°C), the coldest is Jul (13.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1052 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 276.7 sq mi (716.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.6810°S, 152.9339°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in |
Grafton has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.8") and August the driest (1.2").
Colleges & Universities in Grafton
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grafton TAFE College | College | - | , |
| Trenayr Campus of TAFE | College | - | , |
Schools in Grafton
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westlawn Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Grafton High School | - | - | - | - |
| Clarence Valley Anglican School | - | - | - | - |
| Grafton Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Grafton Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Marys Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Grafton
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh 92.7 | community radio, music | AAC 64 kbps | |
| TLC FM The Lower Clarence Valley Yamba NSW Australia | community radio, nsw | AAC 96 kbps |
Museums in Grafton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alumny Creek Public School Museum | ||||
| Lanbruk's Gunyah | ||||
| Lawrence Museum | ||||
| Schaeffer House Museum | ||||
| Squatters Rest Private Museum Image Squatters Rest |
Libraries in Grafton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grafton Regional Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Grafton
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Grafton
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Grafton
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Grafton
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Grafton
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Grafton
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Grafton
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Grafton
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Grafton
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Grafton
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Grafton
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clarence Valley Regional Airport | GFN | Medium Airport |
| Coffs Harbour Airport | CFS | Medium Airport |
| Bald Hills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baryulgil Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Evans Head Aerodrome | EVH | Small Airport |
| Palmers Island/Yamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| South Grafton Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Grafton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Grafton Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grafton
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church Cathedral | |
| Grafton Free Presbyterian Church | |
| Grafton Uniting Church | |
| Presbyterian Church | |
| Presbyterian Church of Eastern Australia | |
| Salvation Army | |
| St Mary’s Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Grafton?
Grafton has a population of 10,563 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 276.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grafton?
Grafton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches.
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