Port Elliot, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Port Elliot is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 2,251. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,251 Population 16/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone

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About Port Elliot

Port Elliot

Port Elliot is a town in South Australia toward the eastern end of the south coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula. It is situated on the sheltered Horseshoe Bay, a small bay off the much larger Encounter Bay. Pullen Island lies outside the mouth of the bay. At the 2021 census, Port Elliot had a population of 2251.

People

Population2,251
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population2,251
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-35.5302°, 138.6792°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (677 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Port Elliot

Port Elliot is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 2,251. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Climate in Port Elliot

Port Elliot has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 551 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 14.8° / 25.2° 20.1
Feb 19.5°C / 67°F 14.8° / 24.2° 24.4
Mar 18.2°C / 65°F 12.9° / 23.5° 19.6
Apr 15.8°C / 60°F 10.3° / 21.3° 37.4
May 13.7°C / 57°F 8.8° / 18.6° 63.3
Jun 11.6°C / 53°F 7.1° / 16.1° 75.5
Jul 11°C / 52°F 6.5° / 15.5° 80.4
Aug 11.4°C / 53°F 6.6° / 16.3° 74.1
Sep 13°C / 55°F 7.6° / 18.4° 60.1
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 9° / 20.7° 38.6
Nov 17°C / 63°F 11.5° / 22.6° 30.0
Dec 18.5°C / 65°F 12.8° / 24.1° 27.3
Port Elliot enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area140.3 sq mi (363.2 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates35.5302°S, 138.6792°E
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 52 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 70 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 45 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 124 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 55 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 137 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 42 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 52 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 29 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake - - 85 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
February 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
July 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in

Port Elliot has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 51°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Port Elliot

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Port Elliot Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Port Elliot

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Lofty 88.9 - AAC 24 kbps

Museums in Port Elliot

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Goolwa Museum-National Trust
Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage
National Trust Museum and Gift Shop
Port Elliot Railway Station - National Trust
Victor Harbor Station Master's Residence

Libraries in Port Elliot

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Port Elliot Depot0.0
Victor Harbor Town Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Port Elliot

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Goolwa Wharf Rotary Market
Myponga Markets

Restaurants in Port Elliot

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Saigon Memories
Salt at the Elliot

Cafes in Port Elliot

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Beaches
Cockles Cafe
Earth Bar
Flying Fish Cafe
Jelly the General Store
The Retro Vibe

Theatres in Port Elliot

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Outdoor Classroom

Train Stations in Port Elliot

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Port Elliot Station

Breweries in Port Elliot

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Smiling Samoyed Brewery

Airports Near Port Elliot

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adelaide International AirportADLLarge Airport
Adelaide Parafield Airport-Small Airport
Aldinga Airport-Small Airport
Aldinga private airstrip-Small Airport
Cherry Gardens Airstrip-Small Airport
Claremont Airbase-Small Airport
Goolwa Airport-Small Airport
Hindmarsh International Airport-Small Airport
Hindmarsh Island private strip-Small Airport
Huntfield Airfield-Small Airport
Meningie Airport-Small Airport
Murray Bridge Airport-Small Airport
Penneshaw AirportPEASmall Airport
Rollo's Aerodrome-Small Airport
Strathalbyn Airport-Small Airport
Woodside Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Elliot

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Jude’s

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Port Elliot

What is the population of Port Elliot?

Port Elliot has a population of 2,251 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 140.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Port Elliot?

Port Elliot enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

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