Nhulunbuy, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Nhulunbuy is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 3,350. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°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 Nhulunbuy
Nhulunbuy, also formerly known as Gove, is a town and locality in the far north of the Northern Territory of Australia. Founded on the Gove Peninsula in north-east Arnhem Land when a bauxite mine and deep water port were established in the late 1960s, the town's economy largely revolved around its alumina refinery until it closed in May 2014. The town is a private mining town residing on Aboriginal-owned land.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,350 |
| Population Density | 1,218 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.1817°, 136.7784° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.4 inches (1,355 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nhulunbuy
Nhulunbuy is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 3,350. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Nhulunbuy
Nhulunbuy has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is Dec (29°C), the coldest is Jul (24°C). Average annual precipitation is 1459 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,218/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.1817°S, 136.7784°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 10.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 83°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 84°F (29°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
Nhulunbuy has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in July to 84°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.3") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Nhulunbuy
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nhulunbuy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nhulunbuy High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nhulunbuy Christian School | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Nhulunbuy
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nhulunbuy
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nhulunbuy
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nhulunbuy
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Nhulunbuy
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nhulunbuy
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gove Airport | GOV | Medium Airport |
| Barrkira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Birany Birany Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Buymarr Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dhalinbuy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gunyangara Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Matamata airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mudhamul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rorruwuy airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yinyikay airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nhulunbuy?
Nhulunbuy has a population of 3,350 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,218 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nhulunbuy?
Nhulunbuy has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches.
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