Orbost, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Orbost is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,264. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 59°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 Orbost
Orbost is a town in the Shire of East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia, 375 kilometres (233 mi) east of Melbourne and 235 kilometres (146 mi) south of Canberra where the Princes Highway crosses the Snowy River. It is about 16 kilometres (10 mi) from the surf and fishing seaside town of Marlo on the coast of Bass Strait and 217 km (135 mi) drive to Hotham Alpine Resort. Orbost is the service centre for the primary industries of beef, dairy cattle and sawmilling.
More recently, tourism has become an important and thriving industry, being the major town close to several national parks that are between the east access to either the surf or the snow, including the famous Snowy River National Park, Alpine National Park, Errinundra National Park, Croajingolong National Park and Cape Conran Coastal Park.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,264 |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.6964°, 148.4570° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.6 inches (879 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Orbost
Orbost is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,264. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Orbost
Orbost has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 824 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.6964°S, 148.4570°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in |
Orbost has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in Orbost
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orbost Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Orbost Secondary College | - | - | - | - |
| Orbost North Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Newmerella Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Orbost
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Orbost
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orbost Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Orbost
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orbost Community Markets (Site) |
Hotels in Orbost
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Orbost
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Orbost
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Orbost
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Orbost
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Orbost
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Orbost
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Orbost
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sailors Grave Brewery |
Airports Near Orbost
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cann River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delegate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fraser Island (Gippsland reserve) airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Lakes Vi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kelly head airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lakes Entrance Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lakes Entrance Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orbost Airport | RBS | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Orbost
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Orbost LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Orbost
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
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Waterfalls Near Orbost
4 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Orbost.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Five Tier Falls | |
| Raymond Falls | |
| W Tree Falls | |
| Wulgulmerang Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Orbost
What is the population of Orbost?
Orbost has a population of 2,264 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Orbost?
Orbost enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.6 inches.
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