Wonthaggi, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Wonthaggi is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 8,430. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°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 Wonthaggi
Wonthaggi is a town located 132 kilometres (82 mi) south east of Melbourne via the South Gippsland and Bass highways, in the Bass Coast Shire of Gippsland, Victoria, Australia. Known originally for its coal mining, it is now the largest town in South Gippsland, a regional area with extensive tourism, beef and dairy industries.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,430 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.6059°, 145.5936° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.2 inches (996 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
About Wonthaggi
Wonthaggi is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 8,430. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Climate in Wonthaggi
Wonthaggi has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 966 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 673.6 sq mi (1,744.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6059°S, 145.5936°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in |
Wonthaggi has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in August to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.6").
Schools in Wonthaggi
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wonthaggi North Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| Bass Coast Specialist School | - | - | - | - |
| Bass Coast College Dudley Junior Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Bass Coast College McKenzie Senior Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Wonthaggi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wonthaggi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast FM | pop music, pop rock | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Wonthaggi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunurong Environment Centre & Shell Museum | ||||
| Chicory Kiln | ||||
| Coal Creek Community Park & Museum | ||||
| State Coal Mine Museum | ||||
| Wonthaggi & District Historical Museum |
Libraries in Wonthaggi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wonthaggi Principal Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Wonthaggi
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wonthaggi
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wonthaggi
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Wonthaggi
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Wonthaggi
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wonthaggi
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wonthaggi
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wonthaggi
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wonthaggi
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Wonthaggi
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wonthaggi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burra Brewing Co. |
Airports Near Wonthaggi
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Moorabbin Airport | MBW | Medium Airport |
| Bunurong Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bunyip Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Drouin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fish Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inverloch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leongatha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longwarry Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nar Nar Goon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stony Creek (Buffalo) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tooradin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tyabb Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wilsons Promontory Airport (Yanakie Airport) | - | Small Airport |
| Wonthaggi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yanakie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wonthaggi
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wonthaggi
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Bass Coast Baptist Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Wonthaggi?
Wonthaggi has a population of 8,430 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 673.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wonthaggi?
Wonthaggi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.
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