Longford, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
Longford is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 3,711. Elevation: 472 ft (144 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°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 Longford
Longford is a town in the northern midlands of Tasmania, Australia. It lies 145 m above sea level at the convergence of the Macquarie River and the South Esk River, 21 km south of Launceston and a 15-minute drive from the airport. It is just south of the Illawarra Road, a road connecting the Bass and Midland Highways. It has a population of 3,863 and is part of the Northern Midlands Council area. The region is predominantly agricultural, noted for wool, dairy produce and stock breeding.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,711 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 472 ft (144 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.6051°, 147.1189° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.1 inches (714 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Longford
Longford is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 3,711. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet (144 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Climate in Longford
Longford has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.7°C), the coldest is Jul (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 643 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.4°F |
| 1% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 472 ft (144 m) |
| Area | 149.4 sq mi (386.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6051°S, 147.1189°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in |
Longford has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 46°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.2").
Schools in Longford
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longford Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Longford
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7WAY 105.3 Way FM - Launceston, TAS | christian, faith | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Longford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'Sotherton' | ||||
| City Park Radio Museum | ||||
| Interpretation Centre (Duck Reach Power Station) | ||||
| Launceston Tramway Museum | ||||
| National Automobile Museum | ||||
| Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Woolmers Historic Estate |
Libraries in Longford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Longford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ravenswood Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Longford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evandale Sunday Markets | |||||
| Evandale Sunday Markets | |||||
| Launceston Harvest Market |
Hotels in Longford
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Longford
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Longford
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Longford
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Longford
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Longford
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Longford
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Longford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Longford
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Lomond | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Longford
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Devonport Airport | DPO | Medium Airport |
| Launceston Airport | LST | Medium Airport |
| Avoca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boobyalla Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridport 2nd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Campbell Town Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cranbourn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eagles Nest (Scottsdale) | - | Small Airport |
| Flinders Island Aviation (Bridport) | - | Small Airport |
| George Town Airport | GEE | Small Airport |
| Long Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longdown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lost Farm Golf Course (Barnbougle) | - | Small Airport |
| North Campbell Town Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Original Barnbougle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rostella Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stony Head Military Area Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tomahawk Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tunbridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Valley Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodbury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Longford
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Longford Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Longford
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church | |
| 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 Longford?
Longford has a population of 3,711 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Longford?
Longford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches.
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