Wagin, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Wagin is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,311. Elevation: 866 ft (264 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,311 Population 14/sq mi density
866 ft Elevation 264 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
15.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone

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About Wagin

Wagin

Wagin is a town and shire in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, approximately 225 km (140 mi) south-east of Perth on the Great Southern Highway between Narrogin and Katanning. It is also on State Route 107. The main industries are wheat and sheep farming.

People

Population1,311
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Population1,311
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Coordinates-33.3089°, 117.3433°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation15.9 inches (404 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Wagin

Wagin is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,311. The city sits at an elevation of 866 feet (264 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Climate in Wagin

Wagin has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (23°C), the coldest is Jul (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 396 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23°C / 73°F 14.8° / 31.2° 15.6
Feb 22.8°C / 73°F 15° / 30.6° 16.5
Mar 20.7°C / 69°F 13.6° / 27.8° 25.6
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 11.1° / 23.9° 21.7
May 13.9°C / 57°F 8.2° / 19.6° 44.5
Jun 11.5°C / 53°F 6.3° / 16.7° 55.3
Jul 10.6°C / 51°F 5.5° / 15.6° 57.3
Aug 11.1°C / 52°F 5.9° / 16.4° 55.0
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 6.6° / 18.5° 40.2
Oct 15.2°C / 59°F 8.2° / 22.3° 25.2
Nov 18.6°C / 65°F 10.9° / 26.4° 22.2
Dec 21.2°C / 70°F 12.9° / 29.4° 17.2
Wagin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 866 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area97.0 sq mi (251.1 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates33.3089°S, 117.3433°E
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.9"
58% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.48"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Aug 5, 2023.

Aug 5, 2023 64 km E of Katanning, Australia M5.2 98 km
Jan 24, 2022 23 km W of Wagin, Australia M4.9 23 km
Jan 5, 2023 Western Australia M4.7 98 km
May 11, 1998 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M4.5 96 km
Dec 13, 1991 46 km N of Mount Barker, Australia M4.4 106 km
Feb 5, 2023 24 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.4 24 km
Jan 22, 1999 20 km S of Kojonup, Australia M4.3 81 km
Feb 1, 2022 13 km S of Wagin, Australia M4.3 13 km
Aug 1, 2019 2 km ENE of Mount Barker, Australia M4.2 150 km
Jan 22, 2022 32 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.2 32 km
Jan 5, 2022 41 km E of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 45 km
Jan 24, 2022 29 km NE of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 59 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 103 km
Mar 17, 1990 74 km ENE of Wagin, Australia M4.0 74 km
Oct 26, 1996 65 km ESE of Katanning, Australia M3.7 105 km
Feb 27, 2005 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M3.6 93 km
Apr 20, 1995 100 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.6 105 km
Apr 20, 1995 97 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.6 103 km
Aug 5, 2007 31 km ENE of Wagin, Australia M3.5 32 km
Apr 20, 1995 96 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.5 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in Warmest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
July 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest

Wagin has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 51°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and December the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Wagin

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wagin District High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wagin

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Wagin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Wagin Historical Village Museum

Libraries in Wagin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Shire of Wagin Library0.0

Hotels in Wagin

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mitchell Hall Hotel

Cafes in Wagin

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cresswells Department Store Emporium and Cafe
Mitchell‘s Cafe

Cinemas in Wagin

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wagin Cinema

Train Stations in Wagin

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ballaying
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Gas Stations in Wagin

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Great Southern Fuels
Gull Roadhouse - Gull Wagin Truck Stop

Banks in Wagin

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bankwest

Golf Courses in Wagin

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wagin Golf Club

Airports Near Wagin

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dumbleyung Airport-Small Airport
Gnowangerup Airport-Small Airport
Harrismith Airport-Small Airport
Hillman Farm Airport-Small Airport
Katanning AirportKNISmall Airport
Kojonup Airport-Small Airport
Kukerin-Small Airport
Narrogin AirportNRGSmall Airport
Wagin Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wagin

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wagin LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wagin

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Georges Church
St. Joseph's
Uniting Church
Wagin Baptist Church

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Meteorites
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Meteorites Near Wagin

1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Wagin.

Name Year Description
Gundaring 1937

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wagin

What is the population of Wagin?

Wagin has a population of 1,311 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 97.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wagin?

Wagin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches.

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