Merimbula, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Merimbula is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,821. 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 Merimbula
Merimbula is a town on the Merimbula Lake, located on the Far South Coast or Sapphire Coast of New South Wales, Australia. At the 2021 census, the population was 3,821.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,821 |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -36.8890°, 149.9096° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.7 inches (1,110 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Merimbula
Merimbula is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,821. 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 67°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Merimbula
Merimbula has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.1°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 748 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.5°F |
| 12% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.8890°S, 149.9096°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in |
Merimbula has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in August to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (1.7").
Schools in Merimbula
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merimbula Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Merimbula
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Grandstand Radio | live sports, sport | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Merimbula
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bega Pioneers Muesum | ||||
| Eden Killer Whale Museum | ||||
| Mary MacKillop Museum | ||||
| Old School Museum | ||||
| Tathra Wharf Museum |
Libraries in Merimbula
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bega Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eden Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Merimbula
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Merimbula
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Merimbula
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Merimbula
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Merimbula
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Merimbula
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Merimbula
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Merimbula
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Merimbula
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Merimbula
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Merimbula
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Merimbula Airport | MIM | Medium Airport |
| Bombala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cann River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| frogs hollows airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gabo Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mallacoota Airport | XMC | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Merimbula
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Clements Anglican Church | |
| St Joseph's |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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Merimbula has a population of 3,821 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Merimbula?
Merimbula enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.
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