Port Augusta, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Port Augusta is a small city in South Australia, Australia with a population of 6,437. Elevation: 36 ft (11 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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People
Climate
| Population | 6,437 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.4960°, 137.7728° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.1 inches (358 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Port Augusta
Port Augusta is a small city in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 6,437. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Port Augusta
Port Augusta has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (27°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 215 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 506.1 sq mi (1,310.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4960°S, 137.7728°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in |
Port Augusta has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 46°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 10.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.1") and March the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Port Augusta
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAFE | University | - | , |
Schools in Port Augusta
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Augusta Park Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Wilsden Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Port Augusta Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Port Augusta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library Port Augusta | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Port Augusta
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Port Augusta
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Port Augusta
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Port Augusta
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Port Augusta
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Port Augusta
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Port Augusta
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Port Augusta
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Port Augusta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Willows Brewery Restaurant |
Airports Near Port Augusta
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Port Augusta Airport | PUG | Medium Airport |
| Port Pirie Airport | PPI | Medium Airport |
| Whyalla Airport | WYA | Medium Airport |
| Booleroo Centre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carrieton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Alamein Landing | - | Small Airport |
| Quorn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stirling North/Flinders Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| WILMINGTON RESIDENTIAL AIRPARK | - | Small Airport |
| Wilpena Pound Airport | HWK | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Augusta
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Port Augusta Presbyterian 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 Port Augusta?
Port Augusta has a population of 6,437 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 506.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Port Augusta?
Port Augusta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches.
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