Wadeye, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
Wadeye is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 1,924. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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 Wadeye
Wadeye is a town in Australia's Northern Territory (NT). It was formerly known as Port Keats, a name originating from Port Keats Mission, which operated from 1935 until 1978. In the last few years, Port Keats was run as an Aboriginal reserve by the Northern Territory Government, before being renamed Wadeye when control was passed to the Kardu Numida Council.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,924 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.2383°, 129.5218° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.4 inches (1,535 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wadeye
Wadeye is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 1,924. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in Wadeye
Wadeye has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (30.1°C), the coldest is Jun (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1626 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 838.8 sq mi (2,172.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.2383°S, 129.5218°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 14.6 in | |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 83°F (29°C) | 11.7 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 85°F (30°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 86°F (30°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 85°F (30°C) | 8.2 in |
Wadeye has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 74°F in July to 86°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Wadeye
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Wadeye
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wadeye
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Port Keats Airport | PKT | Medium Airport |
| Fossil Head Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nadirri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palumpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Peppimenarti Airport | PEP | Small Airport |
| Perrederr Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodycupaldiya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Yederr Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wadeye
What is the population of Wadeye?
Wadeye has a population of 1,924 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 838.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wadeye?
Wadeye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 60.4 inches.
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