Yorkeys Knob, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Yorkeys Knob is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,794. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°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 Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is a coastal suburb of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Yorkeys Knob had a population of 2,794 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,794 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.8028°, 145.7208° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.5 inches (1,891 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,794. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 304.7 sq mi (789.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8028°S, 145.7208°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 15.0 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 20.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 16.0 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | Warmest |
Yorkeys Knob has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 63°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 84.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (20.2") and July the driest (1.1").
Schools in Yorkeys Knob
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkeys Knob State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Yorkeys Knob
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC 801kHz AM Cairns QLD Far North Queensland Local Radio 20220701 | community, contemporary | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE | cairns, talk | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Yorkeys Knob
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns Art Gallery | ||||
| Cairns Museum | ||||
| The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum |
Libraries in Yorkeys Knob
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Earlville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edmonton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| James Cook University library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kuranda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Manunda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Smithfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stratford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yarrabah Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yorkeys Knob
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuranda Heritage Market | |||||
| Kuranda Markets | |||||
| Rusty's Markets |
Cafes in Yorkeys Knob
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Yorkeys Knob
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Yorkeys Knob
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns Cruise Line Terminal | ||||
| FNQ Homebrew |
Stadiums & Teams in Yorkeys Knob
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Yorkeys Knob
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cairns International Airport | CNS | Large Airport |
| Mareeba Airport | MRG | Medium Airport |
| Atherton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dimbulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herberton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mont Albion Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yalkulka Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yorkeys Knob
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post Yorkeys Knob |
Treatment Centers in Yorkeys Knob
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Lives Lived Well | ||
| Spinal Life Healthy Living Centre |
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UFO Sightings Near Yorkeys Knob
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Yorkeys Knob.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkeys knob (north of cairns) (qld, australia)) | 1980 | 1 slow moving UFO rising from East (ocean) to West, on straight path, rectangular/cylindrical shape. |
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What is the population of Yorkeys Knob?
Yorkeys Knob has a population of 2,794 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 304.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yorkeys Knob?
Yorkeys Knob enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches.
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