Port Sorell, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
Port Sorell is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 3,869. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°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 Sorell
Port Sorell is a town on the north-central coast of Tasmania, Australia. It is on the waterway of the same name, just off Bass Strait, 20 km east of Devonport and close to Shearwater and Hawley Beach. It borders the Rubicon Estuary, which has been identified by BirdLife International as an Important Bird Area because of its importance for waders, especially pied oystercatchers.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,869 |
| Population Density | 86 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.1665°, 146.5528° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.5 inches (824 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Port Sorell
Port Sorell is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 3,869. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Climate in Port Sorell
Port Sorell has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 718 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 44.8 sq mi (116.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 86/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1665°S, 146.5528°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 40°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.2 in |
Port Sorell has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Port Sorell
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Sorell Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Port Sorell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axeman's Hall of Fame | ||||
| Bass Strait Maritime Centre | ||||
| Home Hill | ||||
| Latrobe Courthouse Museum | ||||
| Sherwood Hall |
Libraries in Port Sorell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devonport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Latrobe Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Port Sorell
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Port Sorell
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Port Sorell
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Devonport Airport | DPO | Medium Airport |
| Launceston Airport | LST | Medium Airport |
| Cranbourn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| George Town Airport | GEE | Small Airport |
| Long Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longdown Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mole Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rostella Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stony Head Military Area Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| The Vale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Valley Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Port Sorell?
Port Sorell has a population of 3,869 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 86 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Port Sorell?
Port Sorell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches.
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