Skipton, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Skipton is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 469. Elevation: 915 ft (279 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

469 Population 2/sq mi density
915 ft Elevation 279 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone

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People

Population469
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Population469
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Coordinates-37.6860°, 143.3648°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (678 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)

About Skipton

Skipton is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 469. The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet (279 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Skipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)

Geography

Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Area252.5 sq mi (653.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates37.6860°S, 143.3648°E
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on May 28, 2023.

May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 131 km
Jun 1, 2011 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia M3.8 86 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 63 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 119 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 144 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 109 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 116 km
Mar 30, 2010 4 km NNE of Portarlington, Australia M3.0 123 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 77 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
February 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
March 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
April 56°F (14°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
July 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in Wettest
October 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in

Skipton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 46°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Skipton

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Skipton Primary School - - - -
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Hotels in Skipton

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Skipton Roadhouse Cabins
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Cafes in Skipton

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bluestone Bubbles & Banter

Monuments in Skipton

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mount Emu Soldiers Settlement Memorial
Skipton Pioneer Memorial

Gas Stations in Skipton

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caltex

Golf Courses in Skipton

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lismore Golf Course
Skipton Golf Course
Streatham Golf Club

Airports Near Skipton

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ararat AirportARYMedium Airport
Stawell AirportSWCMedium Airport
Amphitheatre Airport-Small Airport
Ballarat Airport-Small Airport
Ballarat Health Service Helipad-Small Airport
Beaufort-Small Airport
Beaufort Airport-Small Airport
Chatsworth Airport-Small Airport
Cobden airport-Small Airport
Colac AirportXCOSmall Airport
Concongella private airfield-Small Airport
Cressy Aerodrome-Small Airport
Derrinallum (Poligolet Station) airstrip-Small Airport
Derrinallum Airport-Small Airport
Gnarwarre Airstrip-Small Airport
Kuruc-A-Ruc South Airport-Small Airport
Kurweeton Airport-Small Airport
Lake Bolac Airport-Small Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip-Small Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2-Small Airport
Lethbridge Airpark-Small Airport
Lismore Airport-Small Airport
Maryborough Airport-Small Airport
Moonambel Airfield-Small Airport
Mount Elephant Airport-Small Airport
Pomonal Airstrip-Small Airport
Raglan Airport-Small Airport
Smeaton airfield private-Small Airport
Trawalla Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skipton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church Anglican Church
Saint Andrew's Presbyterian Church
St John's Catholic Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Skipton

What is the population of Skipton?

Skipton has a population of 469 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 252.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Skipton?

Skipton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

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