Marong, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Marong is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,508. Elevation: 633 ft (193 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°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 Marong
Marong is a town in Victoria, Australia. At the 2021 census, Marong and the surrounding area had a population of 2,005. It is 17 kilometres (11 mi) to the west of Bendigo. Its local government area is the City of Greater Bendigo. The town is at the junction of the Calder Highway (A79) and the Calder Alternate Highway (A790).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,508 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Coordinates | -36.7333°, 144.1333° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.7 inches (526 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Marong
Marong is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,508. The city sits at an elevation of 633 feet (193 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Marong
Marong has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 508 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.2°F |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 255.2 sq mi (660.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7333°S, 144.1333°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (185 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in |
Marong has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 46°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.3") and March the driest (1.1").
Schools in Marong
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Marong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bendigo Joss House Temple | ||||
| Bendigo RSL Museum | ||||
| Bendigo Steam Engine Museum | ||||
| Bendigo Tramways Depot and Workshop | ||||
| Discovery Science & Technology Centre | ||||
| Golden Dragon Museum |
Libraries in Marong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bendigo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bendigo TAFE Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kangaroo Flat Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Marong
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Marong
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Marong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookes Beer |
Stadiums & Teams in Marong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Marong
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Echuca Airport | ECH | Medium Airport |
| Amphitheatre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Avonmore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bamawm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bendigo Airport | BXG | Small Airport |
| Blue Tongue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Boort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bridgewater Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Castlemaine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Derby Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dunolly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elmore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Emu Creek Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Circus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kotta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kyneton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Legate Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marshall Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moama Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Prairie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pyramid Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Raywood Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riddell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rochford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Romsey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Smeaton airfield private | - | Small Airport |
| The Boreen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Torrumbarry Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Trawalla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Valken Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Woodvale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wright Field | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Marong
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bendigo Hospital Rehabilitation | ||
| Stewart Cowen Community Rehabilitation Centre |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Marong
What is the population of Marong?
Marong has a population of 1,508 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marong?
Marong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.7 inches.
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