South Kempsey, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
South Kempsey is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,604. Elevation: 226 ft (69 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 South Kempsey
South Kempsey is a suburb of Kempsey in the Kempsey Shire, New South Wales, Australia. They are separated by the Macleay River.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,604 |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.1230°, 152.8325° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.6 inches (651 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About South Kempsey
South Kempsey is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,604. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in South Kempsey
South Kempsey has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.7°C), the coldest is Jul (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1098 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.1230°S, 152.8325°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in |
South Kempsey has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 56°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and August the driest (1.3").
Schools in South Kempsey
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kempsey Adventist School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in South Kempsey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boatman's Cottage Maritime Museum | ||||
| Macleay River Historical Society Museum | ||||
| Trial Bay Gaol |
Libraries in South Kempsey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hat Head Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kempsey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South West Rocks Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in South Kempsey
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in South Kempsey
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in South Kempsey
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near South Kempsey
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kempsey Airport | KPS | Medium Airport |
| Port Macquarie Airport | PQQ | Medium Airport |
| Camden Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dexfield Park | - | Small Airport |
| Nambucca Heads Airport | NBH | Small Airport |
| South West Rocks Airport | - | Small Airport |
| The Lakes Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Wollomombi Airport | - | Small Airport |
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 Kempsey?
South Kempsey has a population of 2,604 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in South Kempsey?
South Kempsey 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 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.
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