Hillston, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Hillston is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,149. Elevation: 400 ft (122 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°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 Hillston
Hillston is a township in western New South Wales, Australia, in Carrathool Shire, on the banks of the Lachlan River. It was founded in 1863 and at the 2021 census had a population of 1,547.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,149 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 400 ft (122 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.4827°, 145.5353° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.6 inches (396 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hillston
Hillston is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,149. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet (122 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Hillston
Hillston has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.7°C), the coldest is Jul (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 390 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.8°F |
| 18% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 400 ft (122 m) |
| Area | 697.2 sq mi (1,805.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4827°S, 145.5353°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in |
Hillston has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 49°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.6") and November the driest (1.1").
Schools in Hillston
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillston Central School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Parish School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hillston
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Hillston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillston Historical Museum |
Libraries in Hillston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W.G. Parker Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Hillston
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hillston
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hillston
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hillston
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Hillston
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hillston
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Goolgowi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hillston Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hillston
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hillston Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hillston
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hillston Baptist Church | |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel |
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UFO Sightings Near Hillston
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Hillston.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hillston (nsw)(australia) | 2013 | Bright star-like light. ((NUFORC Note: Possible sighting of Venus?? PD)) |
Meteorites Near Hillston
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Hillston.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Mossgiel | 1967 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Hillston?
Hillston has a population of 1,149 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 697.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hillston?
Hillston enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.
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