Maclean, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Maclean is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,778. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°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 Maclean
Maclean is a town in Clarence Valley local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. It is on the Clarence River and near the Pacific Highway. At the 2021 census, Maclean had a population of 2,778, total urban area including Townsend and Gulmarrad is more than 8,304.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,778 |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.4581°, 153.1975° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.6 inches (777 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maclean
Maclean is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,778. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Maclean
Maclean has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.1°C), the coldest is Jul (15°C). Average annual precipitation is 1402 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 29.4581°S, 153.1975°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in |
Maclean has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.3") and August the driest (1.6").
Schools in Maclean
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maclean Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Maclean High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Josephs Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maclean
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLC FM The Lower Clarence Valley Yamba NSW Australia | community radio, nsw | AAC 96 kbps |
Museums in Maclean
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alumny Creek Public School Museum | ||||
| Lawrence Museum | ||||
| Maclean Stone Cottage & Bicentennial Museum | ||||
| Squatters Rest Private Museum Image Squatters Rest | ||||
| The Shed Gallery | ||||
| Yamba Museum |
Libraries in Maclean
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iluka Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maclean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yamba Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Maclean
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Maclean
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Maclean
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Maclean
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Maclean
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maclean
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maclean
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Maclean
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Maclean
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Maclean
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ballina Byron Gateway Airport | BNK | Medium Airport |
| Clarence Valley Regional Airport | GFN | Medium Airport |
| Lismore Airport | LSY | Medium Airport |
| Baryulgil Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Casino Airport | CSI | Small Airport |
| Evans Head Aerodrome | EVH | Small Airport |
| Palmers Island/Yamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| South Grafton Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Maclean
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Maclean LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maclean
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church | |
| Maclean Presbyterian Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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Maclean has a population of 2,778 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Maclean?
Maclean enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches.
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