Nightcliff, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Nightcliff is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 3,884. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 81°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 Nightcliff
Nightcliff is a northern suburb of the city of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. It is the traditional country and waterways of the Larrakia people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,884 |
| Population Density | 8,444 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3830°, 130.8517° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.9 inches (1,826 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nightcliff
Nightcliff is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 3,884. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Nightcliff
Nightcliff has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1845 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,444/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.3830°S, 130.8517°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 18.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 12.9 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 13.8 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 85°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 84°F (29°C) | 10.8 in |
Nightcliff has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in June to 85°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 69.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Nightcliff
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nightcliff Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Nightcliff Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nightcliff
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Radio DARWIN | - | AAC 94 kbps |
Museums in Nightcliff
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 Qantas Hangar | ||||
| Australian Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Bombing of Darwin Harbour | ||||
| Darwin Military Museum | ||||
| Fannie Bay Gaol | ||||
| Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory | ||||
| Royal Flying Doctor Service | ||||
| Tunnels | ||||
| WWII Display |
Libraries in Nightcliff
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casuarina Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Palmerston Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Darwin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Karama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marrara Toy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nightcliff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wagait Beach Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nightcliff
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillans Road Vendor Area | |||||
| Mindil Beach Sunset Market | |||||
| Palmerston Markets | |||||
| Parap Market | |||||
| Rapid Creek Market |
Restaurants in Nightcliff
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nightcliff
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Nightcliff
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nightcliff
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nightcliff
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | DRW | Large Airport |
| Bathurst Island Airport | BRT | Medium Airport |
| Batchelor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulgul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coomalie Creek Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crab Claw Island Landing Ground | - | Small Airport |
| Delissaville Airport | DLV | Small Airport |
| Dundee Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finniss River Landing Ground | - | Small Airport |
| Gerald Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Belle Downs Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lachlan E Purkis Memoral Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Point Research Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pickertaramoor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Port Hurd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nightcliff
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post Nightcliff LPO |
Treatment Centers in Nightcliff
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Territory Hands |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nightcliff?
Nightcliff has a population of 3,884 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8,444 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nightcliff?
Nightcliff has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 71.9 inches.
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