Wauchope, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Wauchope is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 7,982. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

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

7,982 Population 5/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
28.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone

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About Wauchope

Wauchope

Wauchope ( ) is a town in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It is within the boundaries of the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council area. Wauchope is inland on the Hastings River and the Oxley Highway 19 km (12 mi) west of Port Macquarie. The town is 383 km (238 mi) north of the state capital Sydney.

People

Population7,982
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Population7,982
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-31.4579°, 152.7262°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (711 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Wauchope

Wauchope is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 7,982. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Climate in Wauchope

Wauchope has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1432 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 18.7° / 28.4° 138.3
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 18.6° / 27.9° 202.7
Mar 21.8°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.6° 186.6
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.5° 117.8
May 15.9°C / 61°F 10.1° / 21.7° 105.8
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 8.3° / 19.4° 148.3
Jul 12.8°C / 55°F 6.6° / 19.1° 64.3
Aug 13.6°C / 56°F 6.8° / 20.5° 63.6
Sep 16°C / 61°F 9.3° / 22.8° 50.5
Oct 18.2°C / 65°F 12.2° / 24.1° 70.4
Nov 20.2°C / 68°F 15.1° / 25.4° 147.9
Dec 22.2°C / 72°F 17.3° / 27.1° 135.7
Wauchope enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area1,490.5 sq mi (3,860.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates31.4579°S, 152.7262°E
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.0"
26% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.44"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Apr 19, 2017.

Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 103 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 137 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 6.3 in
February 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 7.4 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in
June 56°F (14°C) 4.3 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 56°F (14°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 5.1 in

Wauchope has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 53°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 54.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.4") and August the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Wauchope

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wauchope High School - - - -
Wauchope Public School - - - -
St Joseph Primary School, Wauchope - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wauchope

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Wauchope

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Camden Haven Museum
Douglas Vale Historic Homestead & Vineyard
Maritime Museum
Mid North Coast Maritime Museum
Port Macquarie Historic Courthouse
Port Macquarie Historical Society Museum
Port Macquarie Surfing Museum

Libraries in Wauchope

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Laurieton Library0.0
Port Macquarie Library0.0
Wauchope Library0.0

Restaurants in Wauchope

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Terracotta Trattoria
Wok Mania Wauchope

Cafes in Wauchope

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A Classy Cafe
Coffee on High
Vibe Coffee House
Watermans Cafe

Veterinaries in Wauchope

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Timbertown Vet Hospital
Wauchope Veterinary Clinic

Train Stations in Wauchope

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wauchope Station

Bus Stations in Wauchope

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #2148311500

Gas Stations in Wauchope

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol 24Hr Card
Ampol 24Hr Card Diesel
Ampol Wauchope
BP Wauchope
Coles Express
Doherty's
Infinity Fuels

Banks in Wauchope

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
NAB
Westpac

Shopping Malls in Wauchope

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Timbertown Shopping Centre
Timbertown Shopping Centre

Golf Courses in Wauchope

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wauchope Country Club Golf Course

Breweries in Wauchope

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Moorebeer Brewing Co.

Stadiums & Teams in Wauchope

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Wauchope

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kempsey AirportKPSMedium Airport
Port Macquarie AirportPQQMedium Airport
Taree AirportTROMedium Airport
Camden Haven Airport-Small Airport
Dexfield Park-Small Airport
Forster (Wallis Is) AirportFOTSmall Airport
Old Bar Heritage Airport-Small Airport
South West Rocks Airport-Small Airport
The Lakes Aerodrome-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wauchope

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wauchope Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wauchope

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blue Bay Disability
Port Macquarie Disability and Nursing Services

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wauchope

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethel Church
Our Lady Of Lourdes
Uniting Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 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 Wauchope

What is the population of Wauchope?

Wauchope has a population of 7,982 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,490.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wauchope?

Wauchope enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches.

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