Weipa, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Weipa is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,097. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°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 Weipa
Weipa is a coastal mining town in the local government area of Weipa Town in Queensland. It is one of the largest towns on the Cape York Peninsula. It exists because of the enormous bauxite deposits along the coast. The Port of Weipa is mainly involved in exports of bauxite. There are also shipments of live cattle from the port.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,097 |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.6235°, 141.8788° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.2 inches (1,657 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Weipa
Weipa is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,097. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in Weipa
Weipa has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 1957 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6235°S, 141.8788°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 16.3 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 17.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 13.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 9.3 in |
Weipa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in July to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 65.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (17.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Weipa
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Cape College | - | - | - | - |
| Western Cape College | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Weipa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hibberd Library | 0.0 |
Golf Courses in Weipa
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Weipa
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Weipa Airport | WEI | Medium Airport |
| Agnew Airport | AGW | Small Airport |
| Aurukun Airport | AUU | Small Airport |
| Beagle Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bramwell Tourist Park airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mapoon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Merluna Airport | MLV | Small Airport |
| RAAF Base Scherger | - | Small Airport |
| Sudley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Watson River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| WENLOCK AIRSTRIP | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Australia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Weipa
What is the population of Weipa?
Weipa has a population of 4,097 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Weipa?
Weipa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches.
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