Wurruk, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Wurruk is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,177. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 58°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 Wurruk
Wurruk is a suburb in the Shire of Wellington near Sale in Victoria, Australia. Located on the west side of the Thompson River that separates it from the larger metropolis of Sale. Wurruk is the local indigenous term meaning both 'Earth' and 'story'. Originally known as Wurruk Wurruk the name was simplified at the end of the nineteenth century.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,177 |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.1167°, 147.0333° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.8 inches (731 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wurruk
Wurruk is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,177. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.1167°S, 147.0333°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in |
Wurruk has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 49°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Wurruk
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wurruk Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Wurruk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heyfield and District Museum | ||||
| Historic Gunpowder Magazine | ||||
| Old train signals | ||||
| Sale Historical Museum |
Libraries in Wurruk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Wurruk
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wurruk
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wurruk
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bairnsdale Airport | BSJ | Medium Airport |
| Latrobe Valley Airport | TGN | Medium Airport |
| RAAF Base East Sale | - | Medium Airport |
| West Sale Airport | SXE | Medium Airport |
| Clydebank private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gleneagles Park Station | - | Small Airport |
| JDandBoo | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Glen Maggie Airfield (Coongulla) | - | Small Airport |
| Newry Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stratford | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | WHL | Small Airport |
| Yarram Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wurruk
What is the population of Wurruk?
Wurruk has a population of 1,177 residents and is located in Australia..
What is the weather like in Wurruk?
Wurruk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.
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