Larrakeyah, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Larrakeyah is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 3,943. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 81°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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About Larrakeyah
Larrakeyah is an inner suburb of Darwin, the capital city of Australia's Northern Territory. It is the traditional country and waterways of the Larrakia people. It was one of the first parts of the city to be developed, and borders the Darwin Central Business District.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,943 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.4553°, 130.8317° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.9 inches (1,826 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Larrakeyah
Larrakeyah is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 3,943. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Larrakeyah
Larrakeyah has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1845 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 311.0 sq mi (805.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4553°S, 130.8317°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 16.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 14.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 12.6 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 85°F (29°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 83°F (29°C) | 10.2 in |
Larrakeyah has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in June to 85°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 67.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Larrakeyah
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larrakeyah Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Larrakeyah
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Radio DARWIN | - | AAC 94 kbps |
Museums in Larrakeyah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 Qantas Hangar | ||||
| Australian Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Bombing of Darwin Harbour | ||||
| Darwin Military Museum | ||||
| Fannie Bay Gaol | ||||
| Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory | ||||
| Royal Flying Doctor Service | ||||
| Tunnels | ||||
| WWII Display |
Libraries in Larrakeyah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casuarina Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Palmerston Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Darwin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Karama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marrara Toy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nightcliff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wagait Beach Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Larrakeyah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillans Road Vendor Area | |||||
| Mindil Beach Sunset Market | |||||
| Palmerston Markets | |||||
| Parap Market | |||||
| Rapid Creek Market |
Hotels in Larrakeyah
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Larrakeyah
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Larrakeyah
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Larrakeyah
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Larrakeyah
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Larrakeyah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Larrakeyah
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | DRW | Large Airport |
| Bathurst Island Airport | BRT | Medium Airport |
| Batchelor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulgul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Channel Point Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coomalie Creek Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crab Claw Island Landing Ground | - | Small Airport |
| Delissaville Airport | DLV | Small Airport |
| Dundee Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finniss River Landing Ground | - | Small Airport |
| Gerald Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Belle Downs Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lachlan E Purkis Memoral Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Point Research Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pickertaramoor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Larrakeyah
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Territory Hands |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Larrakeyah
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| YMCA |
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UFO Sightings Near Larrakeyah
5 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Larrakeyah.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Darwin (australia) | 2010 | Flashing white light roughly same position blinking about 30 seconds apart 5 or 6 times before moving further away from the planet |
| Darwin (australia) | 2006 | 2 Bright orange lights moving and hovering over northern suburbs of Darwin NT Australia. |
| Darwin (australia) | 2006 | UFO uses asteroid signiture for orbit entry |
| Darwin (nt, australia), NT | 2002 | two loud noises, saw unusual lights in the sky not common for the area |
| Darwin (nt, australia), NT | 2000 | golden orbs travelling in a line. |
Shipwrecks Near Larrakeyah
2 documented shipwrecks found near Larrakeyah.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane | - | Iron steamship that ran aground on Fish Reef off Quail Island north of Port Darwin |
| USAT Meigs | - | A transport ship that was lost in the Japanese bombing of Darwin. |
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Larrakeyah?
Larrakeyah has a population of 3,943 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 311.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Larrakeyah?
Larrakeyah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 71.9 inches.
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