The Caves, Australia
Queensland · Australia
The Caves is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 680. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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 | 680 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Coordinates | -23.1833°, 150.4667° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.8 inches (934 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About The Caves
The Caves is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 680. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in The Caves
The Caves has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.6°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 728 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.1833°S, 150.4667°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in |
The Caves has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 62°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and September the driest (0.9").
Schools in The Caves
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Caves State School | - | - | - | - |
| Milman State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near The Caves
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| hit 4ROK 107.9MHz FM Rockhampton Central Queensland | classic hits, local radio | AAC 130 kbps | |
| ABC 837kHz AM Rockhampton QLD Central Queensland Local Radio 20231009 | community, local radio | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 4RO 990 AM Rockhampton | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in The Caves
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archer Park Rail Museum | ||||
| Rockhampton Heritage Village |
Libraries in The Caves
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building 10 | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rockhampton North Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in The Caves
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doblo's Farmers' Market |
Monuments in The Caves
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in The Caves
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in The Caves
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near The Caves
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rockhampton Airport | ROK | Medium Airport |
| Emu Park Authorised Landing Area | - | Small Airport |
| Glenroy private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Keppel Is Airport | GKL | Small Airport |
| Hedlow Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Station Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Samuel Hill Airfield ( Danger Zone RAAF Shoal water bay) | - | Small Airport |
| The Glen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| The Plains Airfield Shoal water bay RAAF | - | Small Airport |
| Williamson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yeppoon Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in The Caves
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Yamba CPA |
Treatment Centers in The Caves
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Binbi Yadubay |
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What is the population of The Caves?
The Caves has a population of 680 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in The Caves?
The Caves enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.
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