Urunga, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Urunga is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,185. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°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 Urunga
Urunga is a small town located within the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, in Bellingen Shire. It is famous for its surf spots. At the 2021 census, Urunga had a population of 3,185.
The town is south of Coffs Harbour and Sawtell and north of Nambucca Heads. The place name is derived from the Gumbaynggir word Yurūnga, which is derived from the word for long yurūn in reference to "long white sands".
People
Climate
| Population | 3,185 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.4970°, 153.0142° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (884 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Urunga
Urunga is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,185. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Urunga
Urunga has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1662 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 728.1 sq mi (1,885.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4970°S, 153.0142°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 7.6 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 6.1 in |
Urunga has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 56°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 67.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.9") and August the driest (1.7").
Schools in Urunga
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urunga Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Urunga
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh 92.7 | community radio, music | AAC 64 kbps | |
| 2BBB Bellingen | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Urunga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellinger Valley Historical Museum | ||||
| Bowraville Folk Museum | ||||
| Coffs Harbour Historical Museum | ||||
| Coffs Harbour Regional Museum | ||||
| Frank Partridge Millitary Museum | ||||
| Jarretts Museum | ||||
| The Headland Historical Museum | ||||
| Urunga Museum |
Libraries in Urunga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harry Bailey Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Macksville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambucca Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toormina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Urunga Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Urunga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belligen Community Markets | |||||
| Belligen Growers Market | |||||
| Coffs Coast Growers Market | |||||
| Harbourside Markets | |||||
| Nambucca Valley Farmers Markets |
Restaurants in Urunga
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Urunga
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Urunga
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Urunga
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Urunga
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Urunga
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Urunga
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Urunga
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Urunga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Urunga
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clarence Valley Regional Airport | GFN | Medium Airport |
| Coffs Harbour Airport | CFS | Medium Airport |
| Kempsey Airport | KPS | Medium Airport |
| Bald Hills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nambucca Heads Airport | NBH | Small Airport |
| South West Rocks Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Urunga
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Urunga PO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Urunga
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church | |
| St Barnabas | |
| Uniting Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Urunga
What is the population of Urunga?
Urunga has a population of 3,185 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 728.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Urunga?
Urunga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches.
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