Murchison, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Murchison is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 884. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 60°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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People
Climate
| Population | 884 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Coordinates | -36.6189°, 145.2172° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.0 inches (533 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Murchison
Murchison is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 884. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Murchison
Murchison has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 438 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 1,049.6 sq mi (2,718.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6189°S, 145.2172°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in |
Murchison has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 48°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Murchison
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murchison Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dhurringile Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Murchison
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Murchison
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Vehicle Evolution - MOVE | ||||
| Nagambie Historical Society | ||||
| Rushworth Museum | ||||
| Shepparton Heritage Centre | ||||
| Tatura Irrigation and Wartime Camps Museum | ||||
| Tatura Irrigation and Wartime Camps Museum |
Libraries in Murchison
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mooroopna Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagambie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rushworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shepparton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tatura Library | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Murchison
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Murchison
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Murchison
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Murchison
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagambie Brewery and Distillery |
Stadiums & Teams in Murchison
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Murchison
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Echuca Airport | ECH | Medium Airport |
| Shepparton Airport | SHT | Medium Airport |
| Avonmore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Baddaginnie (Earlston) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bamawm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eildon Weir Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elmore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Euroa Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Kotta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kyabram Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Locksley Field | - | Small Airport |
| Longwood Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mangalore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moama Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nagambie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puckapunyal (Military) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rochford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Nagambie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St James Private airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Strathbogie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taggerty Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Torrumbarry Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Violet Town Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wahring Field | - | Small Airport |
| Yeaburn Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Murchison
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Murchison Post Office |
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Meteorites Near Murchison
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Murchison.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Murchison | 1969 |
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What is the population of Murchison?
Murchison has a population of 884 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,049.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Murchison?
Murchison enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.0 inches.
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