Karratha, Australia
Western Australia · Australia
Karratha is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 17,013. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°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 | 17,013 |
| Population Density | 57 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.7377°, 116.8463° |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Western Australia |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.3 inches (210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karratha
Karratha is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 17,013. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.
Climate in Karratha
Karratha has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jan (31.6°C), the coldest is Jul (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 313 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 297.8 sq mi (771.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.7377°S, 116.8463°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 90°F (32°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 89°F (32°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| November | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 89°F (32°C) | 0.5 in |
Karratha has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 68°F in July to 90°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.8") and October the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Karratha
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Regional TAFE | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Karratha
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Paul's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Karratha
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FreoCast | community radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Karratha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Six Mile Railway Museum |
Libraries in Karratha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karratha Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Karratha
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Karratha
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Karratha
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Karratha
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Karratha
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Karratha
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Karratha
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karratha Airport | KTA | Medium Airport |
| Cape Preston Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fortescue River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roebourne Airport | RBU | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Karratha
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Karratha Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karratha
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Paul's 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 Karratha?
Karratha has a population of 17,013 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 297.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karratha?
Karratha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 8.3 inches.
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