Tailem Bend, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Tailem Bend is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,412. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°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 Tailem Bend
Tailem Bend is a rural town in South Australia, 85 kilometres south-east of the state capital of Adelaide. It is located on the lower reaches of the River Murray, near where the river flows into Lake Alexandrina. It is linear in layout since it is constrained by river cliffs on its western side and the Adelaide–Melbourne railway line is dominant on its eastern side. The town grew and consolidated through being a large railway centre between the 1890s and 1990s; now it continues to service regional rural communities. In the 2021 census, Tailem Bend and the surrounding area had a population of 1,705.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,412 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.2523°, 139.4555° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.8 inches (377 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tailem Bend
Tailem Bend is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,412. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Tailem Bend
Tailem Bend has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 360 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 828.3 sq mi (2,145.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2523°S, 139.4555°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | KANGAROO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 0.9 in |
Tailem Bend has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 51°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.7") and February the driest (0.6").
Schools in Tailem Bend
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tailem Bend Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tailem Bend
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tailem Bend
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain's Cottage Museum |
Libraries in Tailem Bend
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murray Bridge Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Tailem Bend
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tailem Bend
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tailem Bend
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tailem Bend
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tailem Bend
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carcuma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Claremont Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Gawler Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goolwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hindmarsh Island private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Lyndoch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Meningie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murray Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rollo's Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Rowland Flat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sedan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sherlock Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Strathalbyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Swan Reach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tintinara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodside Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tailem Bend
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| AusPost Tailem Bend LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tailem Bend
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Tailem Bend Catholic Church | |
| Tailem Bend Christian Church |
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UFO Sightings Near Tailem Bend
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Tailem Bend.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tailen bend (south australia) | 2008 | On Sunday the 21st of Semptember 2008, 7:30 at night |
Meteorites Near Tailem Bend
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Tailem Bend.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Coomandook | 1939 |
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What is the population of Tailem Bend?
Tailem Bend has a population of 1,412 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 828.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tailem Bend?
Tailem Bend enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches.
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