Ooralea, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Ooralea is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,691. Elevation: 36 ft (11 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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About Ooralea
Ooralea is a southern suburb of Mackay in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Ooralea had a population of 3,691 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,691 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1739°, 149.1480° |
| 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 Ooralea
Ooralea is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,691. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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 Ooralea
Ooralea 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 | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.1739°S, 149.1480°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 10.7 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
Ooralea has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 61.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.4") and September the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Ooralea
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4MK 1026 AM Mackay | mackay, oldies | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Ooralea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley Denny City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordon White Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sarina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkerston Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ooralea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Street Markets |
Restaurants in Ooralea
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ooralea
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ooralea
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ooralea
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ooralea
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 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ooralea?
Ooralea has a population of 3,691 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ooralea?
Ooralea 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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