Gunnedah, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Gunnedah is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 10,359. Elevation: 896 ft (273 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

10,359 Population
896 ft Elevation 273 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
25.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone

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People

Population10,359

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Population10,359
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Coordinates-30.9807°, 150.2584°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (641 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gunnedah

Gunnedah is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 10,359. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet (273 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Climate in Gunnedah

Gunnedah has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.9°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 677 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.9°C / 79°F 19° / 32.8° 72.5
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 18.9° / 31.8° 71.1
Mar 23°C / 73°F 16.4° / 29.6° 43.6
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 12.5° / 25.9° 25.3
May 14.8°C / 59°F 8.5° / 21.2° 33.4
Jun 12°C / 54°F 5.9° / 18° 47.6
Jul 10.5°C / 51°F 4.2° / 16.9° 49.9
Aug 12.4°C / 54°F 5.2° / 19.5° 32.5
Sep 15.8°C / 60°F 8.6° / 23° 52.8
Oct 18.8°C / 66°F 12° / 25.5° 64.6
Nov 21.8°C / 71°F 15.2° / 28.5° 85.7
Dec 23.8°C / 75°F 17° / 30.5° 97.8
Gunnedah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Coordinates30.9807°S, 150.2584°E
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.2"
34% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.98"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.3 on Mar 1, 2025.

Jun 8, 2012 22 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.1 29 km
Jun 8, 2012 23 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.0 29 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
June 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
July 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
November 71°F (21°C) 2.6 in
December 76°F (24°C) 2.7 in

Gunnedah has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 50°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.0") and August the driest (1.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Gunnedah

Institution Type Founded Website
Community College Northern Inland Inc. College - ,
Gunnedah TAFE College - ,

Schools in Gunnedah

8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gunnedah High School - - - -
G S Kidd SSP - - - -
Gunnedah South Public School - - - -
Gunnedah Public School - - - -
Carinya Christian School - - - -
St Mary's Secondary School - - - -
St Xavier's Primary - - - -
GS Kidd Memorial School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gunnedah

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Gunnedah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gunnedah Rural Museum
Gunnedah Water Tower Museum

Libraries in Gunnedah

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Curlewis Library0.0
Gunnedah Library0.0

Hotels in Gunnedah

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Imperial Hotel
The Court House

Restaurants in Gunnedah

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Australian Country Noodle Bar
Bitter Suite
Central Chinese Restaurant
Chip Inn
Gunn Sushi
Maverick Bistro
Thub Thim Thai

Cinemas in Gunnedah

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Civic

Theatres in Gunnedah

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Smithurst Theatre

Monuments in Gunnedah

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Miners Memorial

Dentists in Gunnedah

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gunnedah Dental Centre

Veterinaries in Gunnedah

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gunnedah Veterinary Hospital
Pet Vet

Train Stations in Gunnedah

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gunnedah Station

Gas Stations in Gunnedah

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
AU #1451949966
AU #1451949969
AU #9689640190
BP Diesel only
EG Australia
Gunnedah Auto Port
Hope Fuel
Shell

Banks in Gunnedah

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Beyond Bank
Commonwealth Bank
NAB
Westpac

Gyms in Gunnedah

4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
AU #12790621283
Gunnedah Health and Fitness Co.
Ruralfit

Golf Courses in Gunnedah

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gunnedah Golf Club

Airports Near Gunnedah

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gunnedah AirportGUHMedium Airport
Narrabri AirportNAAMedium Airport
Tamworth AirportTMWMedium Airport
Ardgour Airstrip-Small Airport
Attunga Private airstrp-Small Airport
Barraba Airport-Small Airport
Blackville Airport-Small Airport
Boggabri Airport-Small Airport
Dunmore Manila Airport-Small Airport
Goonoo Goonoo Airport-Small Airport
Gunnedah Airfield SES Only-Small Airport
Lake Keepit Airport-Small Airport
Lambrook Airport-Small Airport
Manilla Paragliding-Small Airport
Mullaley Airport-Small Airport
Premer Betoota Airport-Small Airport
Quirindi AirportUIRSmall Airport
Tambar Springs Airport-Small Airport
the airstrip-Small Airport
Wallabadah Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Gunnedah

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gunnedah Post Shop

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gunnedah

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gunnedah Anglican Church
Gunnedah Baptist Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Turningpoint Church Christian Outreach Centre

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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What is the population of Gunnedah?

Gunnedah has a population of 10,359 residents and is located in Australia..

What is the weather like in Gunnedah?

Gunnedah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches.

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