Rochester, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Rochester is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 3,154. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 60°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 Rochester
Rochester is a town in the Shire of Campaspe, Victoria, Australia. It is located 180 km (110 mi) north of Melbourne with a mixture of rural and semi-rural communities on the northern Campaspe River, between Bendigo and the Murray River port of Echuca. At the 2021 census, Rochester had a population of 3,154.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,154 |
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Coordinates | -36.3635°, 144.7008° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (547 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rochester
Rochester is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 3,154. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet (118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Rochester
Rochester has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.6°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 394 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.3635°S, 144.7008°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 1.3 in |
Rochester has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 48°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Rochester
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rochester Secondary College | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| Nanneella Estate Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rochester
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Rochester
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campaspe Run Rural Discovery Centre | ||||
| Holden Museum | ||||
| Port of Echuca | ||||
| Port of Echuca Discovery Centre |
Libraries in Rochester
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campaspe Regional Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rochester
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rochester
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rochester
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rochester
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rochester
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rochester
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rochester
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rochester
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Echuca Airport | ECH | Medium Airport |
| Shepparton Airport | SHT | Medium Airport |
| Avonmore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bamawm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bendigo Airport | BXG | Small Airport |
| Bridgewater Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cohuna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Derby Field | - | Small Airport |
| Elmore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gunbower Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kotta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kyabram Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Locksley Field | - | Small Airport |
| Mangalore Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moama Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nagambie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Prairie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puckapunyal (Military) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pyramid Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Raywood Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Nagambie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Torrumbarry Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wahring Field | - | Small Airport |
| Woodvale Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rochester
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Rochester |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rochester
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembly of God | |
| Rochester Presbyterian Church | |
| St Joseph's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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Rochester has a population of 3,154 residents and is located in Australia..
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Rochester enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.
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