Whyalla Playford, Australia
South Australia · Australia
Whyalla Playford is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 2,540. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°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 Whyalla Playford
Whyalla Playford is a suburb of Whyalla in South Australia. It is bounded on the east and south by the Lincoln Highway and on the north by the BHP Whyalla Tramway. It was gazetted in 1967 with the boundaries adjusted in 1975 and 2000.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,540 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.0279°, 137.5620° |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | South Australia |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.9 inches (354 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Whyalla Playford
Whyalla Playford is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 2,540. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.
Climate in Whyalla Playford
Whyalla Playford has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 260 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 798.9 sq mi (2,069.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0279°S, 137.5620°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Adelaide |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in |
Whyalla Playford has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 53°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.3") and March the driest (0.6").
Schools in Whyalla Playford
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samaritan College | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Whyalla Playford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Laura Station-National Trust |
Libraries in Whyalla Playford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whyalla Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Whyalla Playford
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Whyalla Playford
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Whyalla Playford
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Whyalla Playford
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Whyalla Playford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Whyalla Playford
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Port Augusta Airport | PUG | Medium Airport |
| Port Pirie Airport | PPI | Medium Airport |
| Whyalla Airport | WYA | Medium Airport |
| Cowell Airport | CCW | Small Airport |
| El Alamein Landing | - | Small Airport |
| Quorn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stirling North/Flinders Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| WILMINGTON RESIDENTIAL AIRPARK | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Whyalla Playford
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Parish of Whyalla St. Teresa's Church | |
| Whyalla 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 Whyalla Playford?
Whyalla Playford has a population of 2,540 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 798.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Whyalla Playford?
Whyalla Playford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches.
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