Nicholson, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Nicholson is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,322. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 58°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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About Nicholson
Nicholson is a town in East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia, 295 km east of the state capital Melbourne. It is situated between the larger towns of Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance. At the 2021 census, Nicholson had a population of 1,322.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,322 |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.8167°, 147.7333° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.5 inches (672 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nicholson
Nicholson is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,322. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Nicholson
Nicholson has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.8°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 619 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.8167°S, 147.7333°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in |
Nicholson has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Nicholson
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholson Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nicholson
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double J | - | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Nicholson
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bairnsdale Museum | ||||
| Griffiths Sea Shell Museum | ||||
| Krowathunkoolong Keeping Place | ||||
| Paynesville Maritime Museum |
Libraries in Nicholson
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bairnsdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paynesville Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Nicholson
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nicholson
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullant Brewery |
Airports Near Nicholson
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bairnsdale Airport | BSJ | Medium Airport |
| RAAF Base East Sale | - | Medium Airport |
| Clydebank private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fraser Island (Gippsland reserve) airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gleneagles Park Station | - | Small Airport |
| Great Lakes Vi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kelly head airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lakes Entrance Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lakes Entrance Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Omeo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stratford | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nicholson
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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Nicholson has a population of 1,322 residents and is located in Australia..
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Nicholson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.
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