West Mackay, Australia
Queensland · Australia
West Mackay is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 6,536. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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 West Mackay
West Mackay is a suburb of Mackay in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, West Mackay had a population of 6,536 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,536 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.1547°, 149.1618° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.4 inches (1,712 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About West Mackay
West Mackay is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 6,536. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Climate in West Mackay
West Mackay has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.1547°S, 149.1618°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 11.7 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 15.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
West Mackay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.0") and September the driest (0.9").
Schools in West Mackay
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mackay West State School - Senior Campus | - | - | - | - |
| St. Francis Xaviers Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Catherine McAuley College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near West Mackay
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4MK 1026 AM Mackay | mackay, oldies | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in West Mackay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley Denny City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordon White Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkerston Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in West Mackay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Street Markets |
Cafes in West Mackay
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near West Mackay
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mackay Airport | MKY | Medium Airport |
| Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport | PPP | Medium Airport |
| Brampton Island Airport | BMP | Small Airport |
| KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIP | - | Small Airport |
| Lakeside Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Lindeman Island Airport | LDC | Small Airport |
| Midge Point | - | Small Airport |
| Nebo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmyra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| temple island airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tierawoomba Homestead Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turtle Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in West Mackay
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iona West Uniting Church | |
| South Sea Islander Hut | |
| St. Francis Xavier's Catholic 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 West Mackay?
West Mackay has a population of 6,536 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in West Mackay?
West Mackay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.
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