Meningie, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Meningie is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 860. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°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 Meningie
Meningie is a town on the south-east side of Lake Albert in South Australia. It is on the Princes Highway near The Coorong and was surveyed in 1866.
People
Climate
| Population | 860 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.6864°, 139.3401° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.9 inches (480 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Meningie
Meningie is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 860. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Meningie
Meningie has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.3°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 463 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 828.3 sq mi (2,145.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6864°S, 139.3401°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | KANGAROO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in |
Meningie has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 51°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.6").
Schools in Meningie
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meningie Area School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Meningie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese Factory Museum |
Cafes in Meningie
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Meningie
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Meningie
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Meningie
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Gardens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Claremont Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Goolwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh Island private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Meningie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murray Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rollo's Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Sherlock Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Strathalbyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tintinara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodside Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Meningie?
Meningie has a population of 860 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 828.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Meningie?
Meningie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches.
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