Port Pirie West, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Port Pirie West is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 2,556. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°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 Port Pirie West
Port Pirie West is a locality in the Mid North region of South Australia, Australia and a suburb of Port Pirie.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,556 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.1779°, 137.9985° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.7 inches (476 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Port Pirie West
Port Pirie West is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 2,556. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Port Pirie West
Port Pirie West has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.5°C), the coldest is Jul (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 358 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 860.8 sq mi (2,229.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1779°S, 137.9985°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in |
Port Pirie West has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 52°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.7") and March the driest (0.7").
Schools in Port Pirie West
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Pirie Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pirie West Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Port Pirie West
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Port Pirie West
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Pirie Railway Station Museum |
Libraries in Port Pirie West
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Pirie Secondary School Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Port Pirie West
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Port Pirie West
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Port Pirie West
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Port Pirie West
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Port Pirie West
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Port Pirie West
12 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 |
| Clare Valley Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| El Alamein Landing | - | Small Airport |
| Hubert Wilkins Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lochiel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orroroo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Snowtown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stirling North/Flinders Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| WILMINGTON RESIDENTIAL AIRPARK | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Port Pirie West
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Port Pirie Post Office | |
| Port Pirie Post Office |
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 Pirie West?
Port Pirie West has a population of 2,556 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 860.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Port Pirie West?
Port Pirie West enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches.
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