Sunset, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Sunset is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,137. Elevation: 1,175 ft (358 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°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 Sunset
Sunset is a suburb of the town of Mount Isa in the City of Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Sunset had a population of 2,137 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,137 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.7103°, 139.5082° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.3 inches (720 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sunset
Sunset is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,137. The city sits at an elevation of 1,175 feet (358 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Sunset
Sunset has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Dec (30.4°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 488 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.0°F |
| 43% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Area | 297.9 sq mi (771.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.7103°S, 139.5082°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 84°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 86°F (30°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
Sunset has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 63°F in June to 86°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Sunset
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Kierans School | - | - | - | - |
| Sunset State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sunset
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC 106.5MHz FM Mount Isa QLD Northwest Queensland Local Radio | contemporary, current affairs | AAC 94 kbps |
Libraries in Sunset
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Isa City Library | 0.0 |
Airports Near Sunset
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Isa Airport | ISA | Medium Airport |
| Bushy Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calton Hills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corella park Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Devoncourt Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Duchess airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kajabbi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| May Downs Station | - | Small Airport |
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Meteorites Near Sunset
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Sunset.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| King Solomon | 1952 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sunset
What is the population of Sunset?
Sunset has a population of 2,137 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 297.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sunset?
Sunset has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches.
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