Gunbalanya, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Gunbalanya is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 1,121. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°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 Gunbalanya
Gunbalanya is a town in west Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory of Australia, about 300 kilometres (190 mi) east of Darwin. The main language spoken in the community is Kunwinjku. At the 2021 Australian census, Gunbalanya had a population of 1,177, of largely Aboriginal Australian identity.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,121 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3247°, 133.0509° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.0 inches (1,472 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gunbalanya
Gunbalanya is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 1,121. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Gunbalanya
Gunbalanya has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1523 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.3°F |
| 52% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 1,216.8 sq mi (3,151.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.3247°S, 133.0509°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 13.5 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 11.5 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 85°F (30°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 87°F (30°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 85°F (30°C) | 8.8 in |
Gunbalanya has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 77°F in July to 87°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.7") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Gunbalanya
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunbalanya School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Gunbalanya
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gunbalanya
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gunbalanya
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cannon Hill Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cooinda Airport | CDA | Small Airport |
| Goomadeer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jabiru Airport | JAB | Small Airport |
| Mount Borradale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nabarlek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oenpelli Airport | OPI | Small Airport |
| South Goulburn Is Airport | GBL | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Gunbalanya?
Gunbalanya has a population of 1,121 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,216.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gunbalanya?
Gunbalanya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches.
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