Nelson Bay, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Nelson Bay is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,141. Elevation: 43 ft (13 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 Nelson Bay
Nelson Bay is a significant township of the Port Stephens local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is located on a bay of the same name on the southern shore of Port Stephens about 60 kilometres (37 mi) by road north-east of Newcastle, its nearest rail link. At the 2021 census, Nelson Bay had a population of 6,141.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,141 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.7204°, 152.1440° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.2 inches (740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nelson Bay
Nelson Bay is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 6,141. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Nelson Bay
Nelson Bay has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C (67°F). The hottest month is Feb (23.7°C), the coldest is Jul (14.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1353 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 478.7 sq mi (1,239.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7204°S, 152.1440°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in |
Nelson Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.8") and September the driest (2.8").
Schools in Nelson Bay
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nelson Bay
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2GB 873 Sydney | news, sport | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 2NURFM | easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 2BOB Radio 104.7FM | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Nelson Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea Gardens Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tilligerry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tomaree Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Nelson Bay
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nelson Bay
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nelson Bay
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Nelson Bay
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nelson Bay
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Nelson Bay
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nelson Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murrays |
Airports Near Nelson Bay
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Forster (Wallis Is) Airport | FOT | Small Airport |
| Gloucester Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Macquarie Airport | BEO | Small Airport |
| Luskintyre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maitland Airport | MTL | Small Airport |
| Warnervale Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nelson Bay
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Saint Michael's |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nelson Bay?
Nelson Bay has a population of 6,141 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 478.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nelson Bay?
Nelson Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.2 inches.
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