Wilcannia, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Wilcannia is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 735. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°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 | 735 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.5588°, 143.3769° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.8 inches (275 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wilcannia
Wilcannia is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 735. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Wilcannia
Wilcannia has an average annual temperature of 19.5°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.5°C), the coldest is Jul (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 286 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.0°F |
| 24% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 65.6 sq mi (170.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5588°S, 143.3769°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in |
Wilcannia has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 52°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.3") and March the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Wilcannia
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Institute of TAFE, Wilcannia College | College | - | , |
Schools in Wilcannia
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilcannia Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Therese's Community School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wilcannia
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Cafes in Wilcannia
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wilcannia
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wilcannia
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Wilcannia
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wilcannia
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barraroo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| four mile lake airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Momba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murtee Station | - | Small Airport |
| Polpah White Cliffs Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| White Cliffs Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wilandra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wilcannia Airport | WIO | Small Airport |
| Wilcannia airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wilcannia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Wilcannia LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wilcannia
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St James Anglican Church |
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Meteorites Near Wilcannia
3 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Wilcannia.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Willaroy | 1970 | |
| Morden | 1922 | |
| Mount Browne | 1902 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Wilcannia?
Wilcannia has a population of 735 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 65.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wilcannia?
Wilcannia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.
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