Lorne, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Lorne is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,248. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°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 Lorne
Lorne is a town in Surf Coast Shire, Victoria, Australia. It is situated on the Louttit Bay and Erskine River and is a popular destination on the Great Ocean Road. At the 2016 census Lorne had a population of 1,114.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,248 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.5404°, 143.9764° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.8 inches (1,113 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lorne
Lorne is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,248. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Lorne
Lorne has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19°C), the coldest is Jul (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 623 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 679.5 sq mi (1,759.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5404°S, 143.9764°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (155 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 155 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in |
Lorne has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 48°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Lorne
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorne P-12 College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lorne
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Rock Geelong 95.5 | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Lorne
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglesea Museum |
Hotels in Lorne
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lorne
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lorne
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lorne
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Lorne
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lorne
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lorne
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lorne
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lorne
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Avalon International Airport | AVV | Large Airport |
| Apollo Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barwon Heads Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bellbrae private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colac Airport | XCO | Small Airport |
| Cressy Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Derrinallum Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Drysdale Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gnarwarre Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kuruc-A-Ruc South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2 | - | Small Airport |
| Lethbridge Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Lismore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lovely Banks Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rothwell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| St Leonards Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Torquay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wooloomanata Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lorne
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post Lorne |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lorne
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lorne Anglican Church |
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Waterfalls Near Lorne
34 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Lorne.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Acquila Falls | |
| Allambee Beek Falls | |
| Amphitheatre Falls | |
| Avalanche Falls | |
| Black Hill Falls | |
| Brunswick Falls | |
| Cora Lynn Cascades | |
| Cumberland Falls | |
| Erskine Falls | |
| Erskine River Rapids | |
| Galliebarinda Falls | |
| Grassy Creek Falls | |
| Henderson Falls | |
| Hidden Falls | |
| Hidden Pools | |
| Horseshoe Falls | |
| Kyles Falls | |
| Lower Kalimna Falls | |
| Margaret Falls | |
| Melba Falls | |
| Pennyroyal Falls | |
| Phantom Falls | Height: 15 |
| Sheoak Falls | Height: 15 |
| Splitter Falls | |
| Staircase Falls | |
| Stony Falls | |
| Straw Falls | |
| Terrace Falls | Height: 0.6 |
| Upper Kalimna Falls | |
| Wanliss Falls | |
| Winterbrook Falls | |
| Won Wondah Falls | |
| Wye River Falls | |
| Wymbooliel Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lorne
What is the population of Lorne?
Lorne has a population of 1,248 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 679.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lorne?
Lorne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches.
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