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
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About 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
Climate
| Population | 7,982 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.4579°, 152.7262° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.0 inches (711 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 1,490.5 sq mi (3,860.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4579°S, 152.7262°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
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 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wauchope
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Wauchope
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurieton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Port Macquarie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wauchope Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Wauchope
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wauchope
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wauchope
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Wauchope
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wauchope
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wauchope
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wauchope
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wauchope
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Wauchope
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wauchope
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorebeer Brewing Co. |
Stadiums & Teams in Wauchope
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wauchope
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kempsey Airport | KPS | Medium Airport |
| Port Macquarie Airport | PQQ | Medium Airport |
| Taree Airport | TRO | Medium Airport |
| Camden Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dexfield Park | - | Small Airport |
| Forster (Wallis Is) Airport | FOT | Small 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 Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Wauchope Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Wauchope
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bay Disability | ||
| Port Macquarie Disability and Nursing Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wauchope
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Church | |
| Our Lady Of Lourdes | |
| Uniting Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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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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