West Arnhem, Australia
Northern Territory · Australia
West Arnhem is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 785. Elevation: 20 ft (6 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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People
Climate
| Population | 785 |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.2352°, 134.0603° |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Northern Territory |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.8 inches (1,266 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About West Arnhem
West Arnhem is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 785. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.
Climate in West Arnhem
West Arnhem has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Dec (29.5°C), the coldest is Aug (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1311 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.2352°S, 134.0603°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 10.6 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 10.4 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 85°F (30°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 85°F (30°C) | 8.5 in |
West Arnhem has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 75°F in July to 85°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (11.3") and August the driest (0.0").
Airports Near West Arnhem
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maningrida Airport | MNG | Medium Airport |
| Djinkar (Nangak) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Goomadeer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nabarlek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| South Goulburn Is Airport | GBL | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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West Arnhem has a population of 785 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in West Arnhem?
West Arnhem 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 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches.
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