Mount Barker, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Mount Barker is a small city in South Australia, Australia with a population of 18,330. Elevation: 1,056 ft (322 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 Mount Barker
Mount Barker is a city in South Australia. Located approximately 33 kilometres from the Adelaide city centre, it is home to 25,026 residents (2021). It is the seat of the District Council of Mount Barker, the largest town in the Adelaide Hills. It is part of Greater Adelaide, alongside being one of the fastest-growing areas in the state.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,330 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,056 ft (322 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.0667°, 138.8667° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.4 inches (466 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mount Barker
Mount Barker is a small city in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 18,330. The city sits at an elevation of 1,056 feet (322 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Mount Barker
Mount Barker has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 734 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,056 ft (322 m) |
| Area | 309.8 sq mi (802.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0667°S, 138.8667°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 | - | - | 79 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in |
Mount Barker has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 50°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in Mount Barker
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Baptist Grammar School - Adelaide Hills | - | - | - | - |
| Cornerstone College | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Barker Waldorf School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Barker High School | - | - | - | - |
| Willow Close Pre School | - | - | - | - |
| St Francis de Sales College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mount Barker
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple M Adelaide | 80s, rock | AAC+ 33 kbps | |
| ABC Radio Adelaide | news, talkback | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 5MBS 99.9FM | adelaide, blues | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ABC Triple J (SA) | abc, alternative | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Fresh 92.7 (192kbps) | dance, electronic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ABC Classic FM (SA) | classical, news | AAC 238 kbps | |
| 5MBS | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 320k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| Radio Italiana 531 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Tripple M Adelaide (128kbps) | 80's, rock | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Lofty 88.9 | - | AAC 24 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (MP3) | commercial, easy listening | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 128k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| WOW FM 100.5 | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 48k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 5EBI 103.1 FM | mix | AAC 192 kbps | |
| 5MBS 99.9FM (AAC 64) | adelaide, blues | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Mount Barker
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont House - National Trust | ||||
| Carrick Hill | ||||
| Gamble Cottage-National Trust | ||||
| Gilbert's Motor Museum | ||||
| Gumeracha & District History Centre Inc. | ||||
| Lobethal Archives & Historical Museum | ||||
| Nairne Museum | ||||
| National Motor Museum | ||||
| National Motor Museum | ||||
| Old Highercombe Hotel And Folk Museum National Trust | ||||
| Stangate House and Garden - National Trust | ||||
| Strathalbyn Police Station and Courthouse Museum - National Trust | ||||
| Winns Bakehouse - National Trust | ||||
| Winns Bakehouse Museum |
Libraries in Mount Barker
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Campbelltown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Tea Tree Gully Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coventry Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenacres Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gumeracha Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ingle Farm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kensignton and Norwood Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kensignton and Norwood Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mount Barker Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paradise Primary School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strathalbyn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodside Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Mount Barker
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mount Barker
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Mount Barker
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mount Barker
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mount Barker
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mount Barker
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mount Barker
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mount Barker
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mount Barker
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mount Barker
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mount Barker
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mount Barker
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mount Barker
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Brewery | ||||
| Left Barrel Brewery | ||||
| Lobethal Bierhaus |
Stadiums & Teams in Mount Barker
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mount Barker
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide International Airport | ADL | Large Airport |
| RAAF Base Edinburgh | - | Medium Airport |
| Adelaide Parafield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aldinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aldinga private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Calvin Grove Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cherry Gardens Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Claremont Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Gawler Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goolwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh Island private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Huntfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Light Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lyndoch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Meningie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murray Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rollo's Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Rowland Flat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sedan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stonefield Gliding | - | Small Airport |
| Strathalbyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Swan Reach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Truro Flat Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Woodside Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mount Barker
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hills Baptist Church Mount Barker | |
| Mount Barker Presbyterian Church | |
| Mt Barker Church of Christ |
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What is the population of Mount Barker?
Mount Barker has a population of 18,330 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mount Barker?
Mount Barker 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 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.
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