Kingscote, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Kingscote is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,962. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°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 | 1,962 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.6559°, 137.6393° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.8 inches (478 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kingscote
Kingscote is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,962. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Kingscote
Kingscote has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 440 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 832.5 sq mi (2,156.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6559°S, 137.6393°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | KANGAROO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 80 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in |
Kingscote has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 53°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in Kingscote
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingscote Area School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kingscote
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kingscote
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Cottage-National Trust |
Hotels in Kingscote
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kingscote
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kingscote
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kingscote
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kingscote
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kingscote
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kingscote
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kingscote
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kangaroo Island Brewery |
Airports Near Kingscote
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kingscote Airport | KGC | Medium Airport |
| Parndana Airport | PDN | Small Airport |
| Penneshaw Airport | PEA | Small Airport |
| Yorketown Airport | ORR | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kingscote
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingscote Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kingscote
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kangaroo Island Catholic Parish | |
| KI Anglican St Alban's |
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Waterfalls Near Kingscote
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Kingscote.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Billygoat Falls |
Shipwrecks Near Kingscote
1 documented shipwrecks found near Kingscote.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Loch Vennachar | - | A clipper that sank off Kangaroo Island with the loss of 27 lives. |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Kingscote?
Kingscote has a population of 1,962 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kingscote?
Kingscote enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 18.8 inches.
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