Hay Point, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Hay Point is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,306. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°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 Hay Point
Hay Point is a coastal locality in Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. It contains two towns, Hector on its north coast and Half Tide on its south coast. In the 2021 census, the locality of Hay Point had a population of 1,306 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,306 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.2965°, 149.2737° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.7 inches (1,314 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hay Point
Hay Point is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,306. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Hay Point
Hay Point has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.3°F |
| 36% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.2965°S, 149.2737°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in |
Hay Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.3") and September the driest (0.8").
Schools in Hay Point
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alligator Creek State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hay Point
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4MK 1026 AM Mackay | mackay, oldies | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Hay Point
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field of Dreams Museum |
Libraries in Hay Point
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley Denny City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordon White Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sarina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkerston Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hay Point
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Street Markets |
Hotels in Hay Point
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hay Point
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mackay Airport | MKY | Medium Airport |
| Brampton Island Airport | BMP | Small Airport |
| Bundarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIP | - | Small Airport |
| Lakeside Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Midge Point | - | Small Airport |
| Nebo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmyra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| temple island airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tierawoomba Homestead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turtle Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Duck Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hay Point
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Therese 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 Hay Point?
Hay Point has a population of 1,306 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hay Point?
Hay Point has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches.
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