Mackay, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Mackay is a mid-size city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 80,455. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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 | 80,455 |
| Population Density | 271 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1535°, 149.1655° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.4 inches (1,712 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mackay
Mackay is a mid-size city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 80,455. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Mackay
Mackay has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 271/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.1535°S, 149.1655°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 11.7 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 15.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
Mackay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.0") and September the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Mackay
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Queensland University Mackay City | College | - | , |
| Central Queensland University Mackay Ooralea | University | - | , |
| James Cook University - Mackay Campus | University | - | , |
| MCC Agricultural Department | College | - | , |
| Trade Training Centre | College | - | , |
Schools in Mackay
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mackay West State School - Junior Campus | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mackay
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4MK 1026 AM Mackay | mackay, oldies | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Mackay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley Denny City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordon White Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkerston Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mackay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Street Markets |
Hotels in Mackay
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mackay
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mackay
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mackay
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mackay
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mackay Airport | MKY | Medium Airport |
| Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport | PPP | Medium Airport |
| Brampton Island Airport | BMP | Small Airport |
| KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIP | - | Small Airport |
| Lakeside Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Lindeman Island Airport | LDC | Small Airport |
| Midge Point | - | Small Airport |
| Nebo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmyra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| temple island airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tierawoomba Homestead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turtle Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mackay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mackay West Mail Centre |
Explore Near Mackay
UFO Sightings Near Mackay
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Mackay.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Mackay (australia) | 2004 | a bright light getting closer to us, then vanished |
| Mackay (qld, australia) | 2000 | Sky clear with little extremly high cloud Object sighting approx 30 mins white to gold un random light flashing movement slowly to very |
Quick Facts
Around Mackay
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Mackay
22 places within 15 km
- • Old Balnagowan State School
- • Old Nindaroo School
- • Old Pleystowe State School
- • Blacks Beach
- • Bucasia Beach
- • Eimeo Beach
- • Far Beach
- • Harbour Beach
- + 4 more
- • Black Mountain
- • Falls Hill
- • Mount Bassett
- • Mount Oscar
- • Radio Hill
- • Blue Water Quay
- • Lamberts Lookout
- • Mount Bassett Lookout
- • Shady Lagoon
- • Sunny Lagoon
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mackay
What is the population of Mackay?
Mackay has a population of 80,455 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 271 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mackay?
Mackay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.
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