West Moonah, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
West Moonah is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 4,522. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°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 Moonah
West Moonah is a residential suburb of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. It is part of the City of Glenorchy local government area, with about 5% being in the Hobart LGA. At the 2016 Australian census, the suburb recorded a population of approximately 1,000.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,522 |
| Population Density | 6,554 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Coordinates | -42.8500°, 147.2818° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.4 inches (519 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About West Moonah
West Moonah is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 4,522. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Climate in West Moonah
West Moonah has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 562 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,554/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8500°S, 147.2818°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 44°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in |
West Moonah has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in West Moonah
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Therese's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hilliard Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Springfield Gardens Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lenah Valley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dominic College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near West Moonah
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC | - | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Anthony Borghesi | - | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| ABC Radio Hobart | - | AAC+ 56 kbps |
Museums in West Moonah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Museum | ||||
| Army Museum of Tasmania | ||||
| Channel Museum | ||||
| Claremont War Memorial Hall | ||||
| Gatekeeper Cottage | ||||
| Grote Reber Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum of Tasmania | ||||
| Matron's Quarters | ||||
| Mawsons Hut Replica Museum | ||||
| Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) | ||||
| Narryna Heritage Museum | ||||
| Richmond Gaol | ||||
| Rosny Barn | ||||
| Tasmania Police Museum | ||||
| Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Tasmanian Transport Museum | ||||
| Tasmanian Transport Museum |
Libraries in West Moonah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgewater Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Huonville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LINC | 0.0 | |||||
| New Norfolk Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| State Library of Tasmania | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in West Moonah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Furniture | |||||
| Salamanca Market | |||||
| TCM Market |
Restaurants in West Moonah
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in West Moonah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep South Brewing Company | ||||
| Deep South Brewing Company | ||||
| Last Rites Brewing Company | ||||
| Last Rites Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in West Moonah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near West Moonah
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hobart International Airport | HBA | Large Airport |
| Bothwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bruny Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambridge Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Glendevie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jericho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lagoon Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sandfly Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Triabunna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tunbridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Windrush International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodbury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| YDNA | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in West Moonah
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic | ||
| City Doctors & Travel Clinic | ||
| Gregory Street Psychology | ||
| Hopkins Street Medical Clinic | ||
| Millbrook Rise Centre | ||
| Psychology Centre | ||
| Sandy Bay Clinic | ||
| Sandy Bay Podiatry | ||
| Silk Laser Clinics | ||
| st.lukes Health |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of West Moonah?
West Moonah has a population of 4,522 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6,554 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in West Moonah?
West Moonah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.
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