Southern Cross, Australia
Western Australia · Australia
Southern Cross is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 523. Elevation: 1,188 ft (362 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°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 | 523 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,188 ft (362 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.2268°, 119.3238° |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Western Australia |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.2 inches (334 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Southern Cross
Southern Cross is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 523. The city sits at an elevation of 1,188 feet (362 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.
Climate in Southern Cross
Southern Cross has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 296 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,188 ft (362 m) |
| Area | 214.4 sq mi (555.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.2268°S, 119.3238°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in |
Southern Cross has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 51°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Southern Cross
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Cross District High School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Southern Cross
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Southern Cross
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yilgarn History Museum |
Hotels in Southern Cross
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Southern Cross
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Southern Cross
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Southern Cross
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Southern Cross
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Southern Cross
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Southern Cross
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Koolyanobbing Range Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marvel Loch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southern Cross Airport | SQC | Small Airport |
| Westonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Southern Cross
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Southern Cross LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Southern Cross
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church Southern Cross |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Southern Cross?
Southern Cross has a population of 523 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 214.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Southern Cross?
Southern Cross enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 13.2 inches.
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