Upper Burnie, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
Upper Burnie is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,891. Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°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 Upper Burnie
Upper Burnie is a residential locality in the local government area (LGA) of Burnie in the North-west and west LGA region of Tasmania. The locality is about 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) south of the town of Burnie. The 2016 census recorded a population of 1821 for the state suburb of Upper Burnie.
It is a suburb of Burnie in north-west Tasmania. It is situated on the hill above Burnie accessed via Mount Street.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,891 |
| Population Density | 374 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.0714°, 145.8996° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.4 inches (923 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Upper Burnie
Upper Burnie is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,891. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Climate in Upper Burnie
Upper Burnie has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 869 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 374/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0714°S, 145.8996°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 42°F (5°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in |
Upper Burnie has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Upper Burnie
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands High School | - | - | - | - |
| Romaine Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Upper Burnie
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast (NZ) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Star 104.5 | adult, contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Upper Burnie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnie Regional Museum | ||||
| Wonders of Wynyard |
Libraries in Upper Burnie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penguin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TFHS Burnie Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wynyard Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Upper Burnie
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Upper Burnie
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Upper Burnie
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Upper Burnie
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Devonport Airport | DPO | Medium Airport |
| Wynyard Airport | BWT | Medium Airport |
| Long Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mole Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| The Vale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waratah Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Upper Burnie
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post Burnie Upper LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Upper Burnie
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Acton Chapel | |
| Gospel Hall |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Upper Burnie?
Upper Burnie has a population of 1,891 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 374 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Upper Burnie?
Upper Burnie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches.
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