Tolga, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Tolga is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,177. Elevation: 2,231 ft (680 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°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 Tolga
Tolga is a rural town and locality in the Tablelands Region, Queensland, Australia.
It is the centre of the region's peanut industry and is home to the Big Peanut .
In the 2021 census, the locality of Tolga had a population of 3,177 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,177 |
| Population Density | 174 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,231 ft (680 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.1856°, 145.4771° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.5 inches (1,891 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tolga
Tolga is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,177. The city sits at an elevation of 2,231 feet (680 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Tolga
Tolga has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Dec (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 988 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,231 ft (680 m) |
| Area | 18.2 sq mi (47.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 174/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.1856°S, 145.4771°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 10.9 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 9.9 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
Tolga has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 62°F in June to 75°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.7") and September the driest (0.6").
Schools in Tolga
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tolga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tolga
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC 801kHz AM Cairns QLD Far North Queensland Local Radio 20220701 | community, contemporary | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE | cairns, talk | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Tolga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herberton Mining Museum | ||||
| Historic Village Herberton | ||||
| Hou Wang Temple | ||||
| Mareeba Heritage Museum | ||||
| Spy & Camera Museum | ||||
| War Museum |
Libraries in Tolga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Herberton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Malanda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mareeba Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yungaburra Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tolga
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tolga
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tolga
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tolga
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Tolga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billycart Brewing Co |
Stadiums & Teams in Tolga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tolga
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cairns International Airport | CNS | Large Airport |
| Mareeba Airport | MRG | Medium Airport |
| Atherton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dimbulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herberton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Innisfail Airport | IFL | Small Airport |
| Koah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mont Albion Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Garnet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tully Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yalkulka Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tolga
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tolga
What is the population of Tolga?
Tolga has a population of 3,177 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 174 people per square mile, spread across 18.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tolga?
Tolga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches.
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