Nowra, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Nowra is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 9,956. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°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 Nowra
Nowra is a city in the South Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It is located 160 kilometres (99 mi) south-southwest of the state capital of Sydney. As of the 2021 census, Nowra has an estimated population of 22,584. Situated in the southern reaches of the Sydney basin, Nowra is the seat and commercial centre of the City of Shoalhaven.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,956 |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.8842°, 150.6004° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.0 inches (888 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nowra
Nowra is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 9,956. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Nowra
Nowra has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 992 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.8842°S, 150.6004°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in |
Nowra has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.2").
Colleges & Universities in Nowra
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoalhaven Community College | College | - | , |
| TAFE Illawarra | College | - | , |
| University of Wollongong, Shoalhaven | University | - | , |
Schools in Nowra
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nowra High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nowra East Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Nowra Public School (Primary Site) | - | - | - | - |
| Nowra Public School (Infants Site) | - | - | - | - |
| St Michael's | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nowra
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| i98FM | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Nowra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berry Museum | ||||
| Bundanon Homestead | ||||
| Bundanon Museum | ||||
| Central Wandandian Public School 1911 | ||||
| Fleet Air Arm Museum | ||||
| Gerringong Heritage Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum | ||||
| Meroogal | ||||
| Nowra Museum | ||||
| Pioneer Village Museum | ||||
| Second classroom St George's Basin Public School 1959 | ||||
| Shoalhaven Family History Society |
Libraries in Nowra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerringong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nowra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sanctuary Point Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Nowra
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nowra
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Nowra
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nowra
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nowra
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nowra
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nowra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nowra
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross | NOA | Medium Airport |
| Shellharbour Airport | WOL | Medium Airport |
| Bowral Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bullio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambewarra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jaspers Brush Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jervis Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marulan (Tangryang) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mittagong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robertson Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Southern tablelands gliding club | - | Small Airport |
| Tadji Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wedderburn Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Wilton Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nowra
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nowra East Post Office | |
| Nowra Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nowra
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New Covenant Church | |
| Nowra Uniting Church | |
| Salvation Army |
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UFO Sightings Near Nowra
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Nowra.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Nowra (australia) | 1992 | On one sunday afternoon an object was seen 2-3km away in the east and without doubt it was a fling saucer. |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nowra
What is the population of Nowra?
Nowra has a population of 9,956 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Nowra?
Nowra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.
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