South Hedland, Australia
Western Australia · Australia
South Hedland is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 11,046. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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 | 11,046 |
| Population Density | 1,283 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.4066°, 118.6007° |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Western Australia |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.1 inches (306 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About South Hedland
South Hedland is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 11,046. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 89°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.
Climate in South Hedland
South Hedland has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jan (31.2°C), the coldest is Jul (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 336 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,283/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.4066°S, 118.6007°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 89°F (32°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 89°F (31°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 88°F (31°C) | 0.9 in |
South Hedland has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 68°F in July to 89°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 12.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and September the driest (0.0").
Schools in South Hedland
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cassia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baler Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hedland Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| South Hedland Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near South Hedland
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in South Hedland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daldety House Museum | ||||
| Don Rhodes Mining Museum |
Libraries in South Hedland
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Hedland public library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Hedland Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in South Hedland
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in South Hedland
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in South Hedland
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in South Hedland
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in South Hedland
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near South Hedland
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Port Hedland International Airport | PHE | Large Airport |
| De Grey Homestead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mundabullangana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Port Hedland/Wodgina Airport | GYB | Small Airport |
Post Offices in South Hedland
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| South Hedland Post Office |
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Meteorites Near South Hedland
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near South Hedland.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Wallareenya | 1965 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of South Hedland?
South Hedland has a population of 11,046 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,283 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in South Hedland?
South Hedland has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 89°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches.
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