North Mackay, Australia
Queensland · Australia
North Mackay is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 6,194. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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 | 6,194 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1201°, 149.1794° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.4 inches (1,712 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About North Mackay
North Mackay is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 6,194. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in North Mackay
North Mackay has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.1201°S, 149.1794°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in |
North Mackay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 58.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.0") and September the driest (0.7").
Schools in North Mackay
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mackay Christian College - Providence Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Mackay Christian College - Sports Precinct | - | - | - | - |
| Mackay North State High School | - | - | - | - |
| Mackay Christian College - Kings Park Campus | - | - | - | - |
| North Mackay State School | - | - | - | - |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near North Mackay
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4MK 1026 AM Mackay | mackay, oldies | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in North Mackay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley Denny City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordon White Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkerston Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in North Mackay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Street Markets |
Restaurants in North Mackay
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in North Mackay
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in North Mackay
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near North Mackay
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mackay Airport | MKY | Medium Airport |
| Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport | PPP | Medium Airport |
| Brampton Island Airport | BMP | Small Airport |
| KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIP | - | Small Airport |
| Lakeside Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Lindeman Island Airport | LDC | Small Airport |
| Midge Point | - | Small Airport |
| Nebo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmyra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| temple island airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tierawoomba Homestead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turtle Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in North Mackay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| North Mackay Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in North Mackay
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Christ | |
| Mackay Christian Family Church | |
| Mackay Presbyterian Church | |
| New Life Church Mackay | |
| St Ambrose Parish Church | |
| St Josephs Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of North Mackay?
North Mackay has a population of 6,194 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in North Mackay?
North Mackay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.
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