Lake Cargelligo, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Lake Cargelligo is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,169. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°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 Lake Cargelligo
Lake Cargelligo is a town in the Central West region of New South Wales, Australia, on Lake Cargelligo. It is in Lachlan Shire. Its name is said to be a corruption of the Aboriginal word kartjellakoo meaning 'he had a coolamon'. Alternatively it is derived from Wiradjuri and Ngiyambaa "gajal" for water container with suffix "lugu" for "her" or "his". At the 2021 census, Lake Cargelligo had a population of 1,430. It had an Indigenous population of 257 (18%) and other Australian-born population of 1,153.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,169 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.2988°, 146.3730° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.5 inches (445 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lake Cargelligo
Lake Cargelligo is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,169. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet (168 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Lake Cargelligo
Lake Cargelligo has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (27°C), the coldest is Jul (9.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 399 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Area | 697.2 sq mi (1,805.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2988°S, 146.3730°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 1.4 in |
Lake Cargelligo has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 48°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Lake Cargelligo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Cargelligo TAFE | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Lake Cargelligo
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Cargelligo Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Francis Xaviers Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lake Cargelligo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80s 90s Super Pop Hits | 80s, 90s | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Smooth Chill - Music to chill to | chillout, easy listening | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Lake Cargelligo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Cargelligo And District Historical Museum |
Libraries in Lake Cargelligo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Cargelligo Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lake Cargelligo
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lake Cargelligo
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lake Cargelligo
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lake Cargelligo
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lake Cargelligo
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lake Cargelligo
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lake Cargelligo
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Euabalong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Euabalong private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Goolgowi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Cargelligo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lake Cargelligo
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lake Cargelligo LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lake Cargelligo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lake Cargelligo Baptist Fellowship |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Lake Cargelligo?
Lake Cargelligo has a population of 1,169 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 697.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lake Cargelligo?
Lake Cargelligo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches.
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