Sandford, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
Sandford is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 2,046. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°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 Sandford
Sandford is a locality in the local government area (LGA) of Clarence in the Greater Hobart region of Tasmania. The locality is about 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) south-east of the town of Rosny Park. The 2021 census recorded a population of 2,046 for the state suburb of Sandford.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,046 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -42.9333°, 147.5000° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.4 inches (519 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sandford
Sandford is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 2,046. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Climate in Sandford
Sandford has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 562 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9333°S, 147.5000°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
Sandford has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 47°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and June the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Sandford
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC | - | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Anthony Borghesi | - | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| ABC Radio Hobart | - | AAC+ 56 kbps |
Museums in Sandford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Army Museum of Tasmania | ||||
| Channel Museum | ||||
| Claremont War Memorial Hall | ||||
| Gatekeeper Cottage | ||||
| Grote Reber Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum of Tasmania | ||||
| Matron's Quarters | ||||
| Mawsons Hut Replica Museum | ||||
| Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) | ||||
| Narryna Heritage Museum | ||||
| Richmond Gaol | ||||
| Rosny Barn | ||||
| Tasmania Police Museum | ||||
| Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Tasmanian Transport Museum | ||||
| Tasmanian Transport Museum |
Libraries in Sandford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LINC | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sorell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| State Library of Tasmania | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sandford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Furniture | |||||
| Salamanca Market | |||||
| TCM Market |
Breweries in Sandford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep South Brewing Company | ||||
| Deep South Brewing Company | ||||
| Last Rites Brewing Company | ||||
| Last Rites Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Sandford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sandford
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hobart International Airport | HBA | Large Airport |
| Bothwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bruny Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambridge Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Darlington Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glendevie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jericho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lagoon Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sandfly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Triabunna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Windrush International Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sandford
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic | ||
| City Doctors & Travel Clinic | ||
| Gregory Street Psychology | ||
| Hopkins Street Medical Clinic | ||
| Psychology Centre | ||
| Sandy Bay Clinic | ||
| Sandy Bay Podiatry | ||
| Silk Laser Clinics | ||
| st.lukes Health |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Sandford?
Sandford has a population of 2,046 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sandford?
Sandford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.
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