Sawtell, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Sawtell is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,788. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°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 Sawtell
Sawtell is a suburb of the City of Coffs Harbour in northern New South Wales, Australia. It borders Toormina to the west.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,788 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.3646°, 153.1014° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (884 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sawtell
Sawtell is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,788. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Sawtell
Sawtell has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1662 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 275.0 sq mi (712.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.3646°S, 153.1014°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 7.6 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 6.1 in |
Sawtell has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 56°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 67.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.9") and August the driest (1.7").
Schools in Sawtell
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sawtell Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sawtell
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh 92.7 | community radio, music | AAC 64 kbps | |
| 2BBB Bellingen | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Sawtell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellinger Valley Historical Museum | ||||
| Coffs Harbour Historical Museum | ||||
| Coffs Harbour Regional Museum | ||||
| Jarretts Museum | ||||
| Legends Of Surf Museum | ||||
| Urunga Museum |
Libraries in Sawtell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harry Bailey Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toormina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Urunga Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sawtell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belligen Community Markets | |||||
| Belligen Growers Market | |||||
| Coffs Coast Growers Market | |||||
| Harbourside Markets |
Hotels in Sawtell
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sawtell
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sawtell
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sawtell
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sawtell
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sawtell
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sawtell
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sawtell
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sawtell
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clarence Valley Regional Airport | GFN | Medium Airport |
| Coffs Harbour Airport | CFS | Medium Airport |
| Kempsey Airport | KPS | Medium Airport |
| Bald Hills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nambucca Heads Airport | NBH | Small Airport |
| South Grafton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| South West Rocks Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sawtell
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sawtell Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Sawtell?
Sawtell has a population of 3,788 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 275.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sawtell?
Sawtell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches.
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