Ross, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Ross is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 806. Elevation: 1,903 ft (580 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°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 | 806 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,903 ft (580 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.7442°, 133.9036° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.7 inches (398 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ross
Ross is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 806. The city sits at an elevation of 1,903 feet (580 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Ross
Ross has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (29.7°C), the coldest is Jul (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 269 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,903 ft (580 m) |
| Area | 57.5 sq mi (149.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.7442°S, 133.9036°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 1.6 in |
Ross has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in July to 83°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.4").
Schools in Ross
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoonguna School | - | - | - | - |
| Alice Springs Steiner School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Ross
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Australian Aviation Museum | ||||
| Museum of Central Australia | ||||
| Museum of Central Australia | ||||
| Museum of Central Australia | ||||
| Museum of Central Australia & Strehlow Research Center | ||||
| National Road Transport Hall of Fame | ||||
| Old Ghan Museum | ||||
| Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility | ||||
| RSL Club and War Museum | ||||
| The Old Courthouse |
Libraries in Ross
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Springs Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Ross
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ross
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ross
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ross
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alice Springs Airport | ASP | Medium Airport |
| Allambie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Amburla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bond Springs Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deep Well Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hamilton Downs Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hugh River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orange Creek Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ross River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| The Garden Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Meteorites Near Ross
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Ross.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Sir Charles | 1942 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ross
What is the population of Ross?
Ross has a population of 806 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 57.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ross?
Ross has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches.
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