Holbrook, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Holbrook is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,251. Elevation: 876 ft (267 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

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

1,251 Population 5/sq mi density
876 ft Elevation 267 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone

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About Holbrook

Holbrook

Holbrook is a small town in Southern New South Wales, Australia. It is on the Hume Highway, 384 kilometres (239 mi) by road North East of Melbourne and 492 kilometres (306 mi) by road south-west of Sydney between Tarcutta and Albury. The town is in the Greater Hume Shire which was established in May 2004 from the merger of Culcairn Shire with the majority of Holbrook Shire and part of the Hume Shire. At the 2016 census, Holbrook had a population of 1,715 people. The district around Holbrook is renowned for local produce including merino wool, wheat and other grains, lucerne, fat cattle and lamb.

People

Population1,251
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Population1,251
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Coordinates-35.7210°, 147.3161°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (745 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Holbrook

Holbrook is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,251. The city sits at an elevation of 876 feet (267 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Holbrook enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 876 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area257.4 sq mi (666.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates35.7210°S, 147.3161°E
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.3"
23% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.7 on Apr 19, 2012.

Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 69 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 137 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 87 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 129 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 43 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 149 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 133 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 124 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 45 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 113 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 124 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 124 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 126 km
Oct 25, 2001 9 km NE of Tumut, Australia M2.9 103 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 123 km
Apr 8, 2002 31 km SE of Batlow, Australia M2.8 100 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 149 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 128 km
Oct 23, 2002 11 km SW of Batlow, Australia M2.6 68 km
Jun 10, 2007 12 km SE of Myrtleford, Australia M2.6 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
July 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in Coldest
August 47°F (9°C) 3.4 in Wettest
September 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in

Holbrook has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 45°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Holbrook

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holbrook Public School - - - -
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Holbrook

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
89.9 The Light christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
2GHR Greater Hume Radio - AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Holbrook

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Holbrook Submarine Museum
Holbrook Submarine Museum
National Muesum of Pottery
Woolpack Inn Museum

Libraries in Holbrook

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Holbrook Library0.0

Hotels in Holbrook

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holbrook Hotel
Riverina Hotel
Riverina Hotel
Woomargama Village Hotel Motel

Restaurants in Holbrook

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holbrook Pizza Restaurant

Cafes in Holbrook

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holbrook Bakery & Coffee Shop
Submarine Cafe

Monuments in Holbrook

4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bicentenary of Captain Cook`s Exploration
HMAS AE2
Hume and Hovell Cairn
Squirrel Glider

Clinics in Holbrook

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vecare Health

Gas Stations in Holbrook

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
AU #440125033

Golf Courses in Holbrook

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holbrook Golf Club

Airports Near Holbrook

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albury AirportABXMedium Airport
Corryong AirportCYGMedium Airport
Wagga Wagga AirportWGAMedium Airport
Beechworth Airstrip-Small Airport
Bullawa Airstrip-Small Airport
Deltroit Station Airstrip-Small Airport
Federation Hsd Airport-Small Airport
Henty Airport-Small Airport
HentyField Days Site Airport-Small Airport
Holbrook Airport-Small Airport
Lockhart Airstrip-Small Airport
Oura Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Sunnyside (Walla Walla) Airport-Small Airport
Tumbarumba Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Holbrook

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post
Holbrook Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Holbrook

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holbrook Catholic Church
Holbrook Catholic Church
Holbrook Catholic Church
Knox Uniting Church
St Paul’s Holbrook Anglican Church

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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Frequently Asked Questions About Holbrook

What is the population of Holbrook?

Holbrook has a population of 1,251 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 257.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Holbrook?

Holbrook enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.

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