Kandos, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Kandos is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,263. Elevation: 2,060 ft (628 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°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 Kandos
Kandos is a rural town located within the Mid-Western Region in New South Wales, Australia. The area is the traditional home of the Dabee tribe of the Wiradjuri people. Kandos sits beneath a mountain range including Cumber Melon Mountain. Kandos shares its locality, employment and infrastructure with its neighbouring town Rylstone, 6 kilometres away; the two towns have a shared community which is connected through farming, the arts and Aboriginal culture. Kandos is within an hours drive of Mudgee, and within two of Lithgow and Bathurst. In the 2021 census, Kandos had a population of 1263. Kandos is a three hour drive from Sydney ; and Newcastle.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,263 |
| Elevation | 2,060 ft (628 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.8577°, 149.9683° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.6 inches (752 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kandos
Kandos is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,263. The city sits at an elevation of 2,060 feet (628 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,060 ft (628 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.8577°S, 149.9683°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in |
Kandos has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (1.7").
Schools in Kandos
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kandos High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kandos Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kandos
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kandos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Museum | ||||
| Kandos Museum |
Libraries in Kandos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kandos Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rylstone Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Kandos
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kandos
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kandos
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kandos
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kandos
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kandos
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bathurst Airport | BHS | Medium Airport |
| Mudgee Airport | DGE | Medium Airport |
| airlie private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Denman Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Gulgong Aero Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limekilns airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pipers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rylstone Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Wyaldra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kandos
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kandos Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kandos
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Dominics Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kandos
What is the population of Kandos?
Kandos has a population of 1,263 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Kandos?
Kandos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches.
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