Katherine, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Katherine is a small city in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 5,980. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°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 | 5,980 |
| Population Density | 46 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.4652°, 132.2635° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.2 inches (817 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Katherine
Katherine is a small city in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 5,980. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Katherine
Katherine has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Nov (31.1°C), the coldest is Jul (21.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1123 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 130.0 sq mi (336.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.4652°S, 132.2635°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 9.4 in | |
| March | 83°F (29°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 87°F (30°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 88°F (31°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 86°F (30°C) | 7.1 in |
Katherine has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 72°F in July to 88°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.8") and August the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Katherine
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katherine Rural Campus | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Katherine
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Fenton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Katherine School of the Air | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Katherine
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Katherine
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katherine Museum |
Libraries in Katherine
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katherine Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Katherine
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Katherine
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Katherine
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Katherine
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Katherine
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Katherine
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Katherine
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Katherine
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Katherine
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Katherine
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Katherine
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Katherine
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tindal Airport | KTR | Medium Airport |
| Bamyili Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Emungalan airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Katherine Gorge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Katherine North Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manbulloo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyallaluk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pine Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Venn airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Katherine
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Katherine Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Katherine
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Katherine?
Katherine has a population of 5,980 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 130.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Katherine?
Katherine has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.
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