Hugh, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Hugh is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 895. Elevation: 1,677 ft (511 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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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People
Climate
| Population | 895 |
| Population Density | 160 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,677 ft (511 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.2941°, 133.5613° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.8 inches (275 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hugh
Hugh is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 895. The city sits at an elevation of 1,677 feet (511 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.4°F |
| 30% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,677 ft (511 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 160/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.2941°S, 133.5613°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 83°F (28°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
Hugh has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 54°F in July to 85°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.4") and August the driest (0.4").
Zoos in Hugh
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hugh
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hugh
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alice Springs Airport | ASP | Medium Airport |
| Deep Well Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Henbury Airport | HRY | Small Airport |
| Hugh River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maryvale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orange Creek Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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UFO Sightings Near Hugh
16 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Hugh.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | 2013 | UFO in Western Australian skies. |
| Australia (northeast) | 2011 | Bright light observed moving fast by two in north australia. |
| Australia | 2010 | Strange group of moving bright objects observed by family and captured footage in AU Nov 10' ((NUFORC Note: Photos ambiguous. PD)) |
| Australia | 2010 | circular shape with rings descending from the stars, Rings then changed to triangular shape. |
| Australia | 2008 | Big black/gray object seen at the airport of Brisbane, Australian |
| Australia, AL | 2007 | A BLUE SPHERE APPEARED FOR A FEW SECONDS THEN SPED OFF AT INCREDIBLE SPEED |
| Australia | 2006 | Green UFO throughout my sunrise photo's |
| Australia | 2006 | Night time drive nightmare. ((NUFORC Note: Possible hoax? We have requested more information and documentation. PD)) |
| Australia | 2005 | Chromed disc shapped object moving irractically, dissapearing/reapearing, very fast to floating at times. Clear skies at dusk. |
| Australia | 2005 | ((NUFORC Note: Possible hoax. PD)) Dark, egg shaped, rocket boosters no windows. |
| Australia | 2005 | unusual lights above air port and city |
| Australia | 2003 | one big blob shaped object appeared which appeared out of the sky then broke into lots of 16 cigar shaped thigymagigies, an we were on |
| Australia | 2003 | 4 UFO downunder. All cigar shape objects in the sky. |
| Australia | 2002 | A brief field of white light travelling at a fast speed early in the morning. |
| Australia (rural) | 2002 | This was a very close encounter with unidentifiable flying phenomenon. |
| Australia | 1997 | the object was just still in the sky above aus making a huming noise |
Meteorites Near Hugh
2 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Hugh.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Erldunda | 1992 | |
| Henbury | 1931 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hugh
What is the population of Hugh?
Hugh has a population of 895 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 160 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hugh?
Hugh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.
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