Rural View, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Rural View is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 5,657. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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 Rural View
Rural View is a suburb in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Rural View had a population of 5,657 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,657 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.0645°, 149.1646° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.4 inches (1,712 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rural View
Rural View is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 5,657. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Rural View
Rural View has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.0645°S, 149.1646°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 11.7 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 15.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
Rural View has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.0") and September the driest (0.9").
Schools in Rural View
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eimeo Road State School | - | - | - | - |
| Mackay Northern Beaches State High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rural View
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4MK 1026 AM Mackay | mackay, oldies | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Rural View
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley Denny City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordon White Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkerston Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rural View
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Street Markets |
Restaurants in Rural View
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rural View
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rural View
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Rural View
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Rural View
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rural View
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Island Airport | HTI | Medium Airport |
| Mackay Airport | MKY | Medium Airport |
| Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport | PPP | Medium Airport |
| Brampton Island Airport | BMP | Small Airport |
| KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIP | - | Small Airport |
| Lakeside Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Lindeman Island Airport | LDC | Small Airport |
| Midge Point | - | Small Airport |
| Nebo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmyra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| temple island airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Turtle Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rural View
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Brendan's Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Rural View?
Rural View has a population of 5,657 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rural View?
Rural View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.
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