South Tamworth, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
South Tamworth is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,621. Elevation: 1,293 ft (394 m). Average temperature: 65°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 Tamworth
South Tamworth is a suburb of Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia and is situated south from the cities central business district. It is a largely residential suburb and is a mixture of both new housing estates and well established estates. Southgate Shopping Centre, Robert Street Shopping Centre, Chaffey Park and Hyman Park are all located in South Tamworth.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,621 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,293 ft (394 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.1100°, 150.9225° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (560 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About South Tamworth
South Tamworth is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 6,621. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet (394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in South Tamworth
South Tamworth has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 686 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,293 ft (394 m) |
| Area | 272.7 sq mi (706.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1100°S, 150.9225°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in |
South Tamworth has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 50°F in June to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (1.5").
Schools in South Tamworth
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carinya Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Bullimbal School | - | - | - | - |
| Parry School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near South Tamworth
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in South Tamworth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moffat Wagon | ||||
| Moonbi Museum | ||||
| Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum | ||||
| Tamworth Powerstation Museum |
Libraries in South Tamworth
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kootingal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Tamworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tamworth City Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in South Tamworth
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in South Tamworth
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in South Tamworth
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near South Tamworth
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Armidale Airport | ARM | Medium Airport |
| Gunnedah Airport | GUH | Medium Airport |
| Tamworth Airport | TMW | Medium Airport |
| Attunga Private airstrp | - | Small Airport |
| Barraba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blackville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunmore Manila Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goonoo Goonoo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gunnedah Airfield SES Only | - | Small Airport |
| Heathcote Emergency Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kelvin Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Keepit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manilla Paragliding | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Sandon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quirindi Airport | UIR | Small Airport |
| the airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Uralla Private strip? | - | Small Airport |
| Walcha Airport | WLC | Small Airport |
| Wallabadah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wilson's Creek Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Woolomin Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in South Tamworth
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tamworth South Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in South Tamworth
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Harvest Bible Church | |
| St Peters |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of South Tamworth?
South Tamworth has a population of 6,621 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 272.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in South Tamworth?
South Tamworth enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.
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