Merredin, Australia
Western Australia · Australia
Merredin is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 2,604. Elevation: 1,050 ft (320 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°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 Merredin
Merredin is a town in Western Australia, located in the central Wheatbelt roughly midway between Perth and Kalgoorlie, on Route 94, Great Eastern Highway. It is located on the route of the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme, and as a result is also on the Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,604 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,050 ft (320 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.4809°, 118.2745° |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Western Australia |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.6 inches (319 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Merredin
Merredin is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 2,604. The city sits at an elevation of 1,050 feet (320 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.
Climate in Merredin
Merredin has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 326 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,050 ft (320 m) |
| Area | 96.6 sq mi (250.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4809°S, 118.2745°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in |
Merredin has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.8") and January the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Merredin
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Regional TAFE—Merredin | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Merredin
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merredin College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Merredin
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Merredin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merredin Military Museum | ||||
| Merredin Railway Museum |
Libraries in Merredin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merredin Regional Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Merredin
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Merredin
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Merredin
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Merredin
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Merredin
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Merredin
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Merredin
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Merredin
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Merredin
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Merredin
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Merredin
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bencubbin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bruce Rock Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kellerberrin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kununoppin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merredin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mukinbudin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Narembeen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Westonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Merredin
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Merredin Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Merredin
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses | |
| Merredin Church of Christ | |
| Merredin Uniting Church | |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church |
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Meteorites Near Merredin
4 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Merredin.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Baandee | 1967 | |
| Mukinbudin | 1938 | |
| Bencubbin | 1930 | |
| Lake Brown | 1919 |
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Merredin?
Merredin has a population of 2,604 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 96.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Merredin?
Merredin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 12.6 inches.
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