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Weather & Climate in Bairnsdale, Australia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bairnsdale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.
Temperature
66°F Jan (19°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 5,784.9 sq mi (14,982.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.8229°N, 147.6104°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
23 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Jun 19, 2012 | 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia | M5.2 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Aug 29, 2000 | 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia | M5.0 | 136 km | 12 km |
| Sep 25, 1996 | 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia | M4.7 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 2012 | 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia | M4.6 | 137 km | 13 km |
| Jun 29, 2023 | 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia | M4.4 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 1996 | 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia | M4.3 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 2024 | 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia | M3.9 | 119 km | 10 km |
| May 19, 1990 | 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia | M3.5 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Dec 16, 2001 | 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia | M3.4 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 2001 | 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia | M3.4 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 2007 | 11 km NE of Foster, Australia | M3.2 | 143 km | 11 km |
| Jun 18, 2006 | 18 km ENE of Yarram, Australia | M3.2 | 99 km | 13 km |
| Jul 7, 2003 | 28 km SSE of Lakes Entrance, Australia | M3.2 | 55 km | 3 km |
| Apr 22, 2003 | 16 km NNE of Foster, Australia | M3.1 | 140 km | 13 km |
| Sep 26, 2003 | 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia | M3.0 | 135 km | 6 km |
| Aug 21, 2007 | 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia | M3.0 | 131 km | 12 km |
| Apr 24, 2003 | 15 km SE of Mirboo North, Australia | M3.0 | 139 km | 8 km |
| Jan 3, 2007 | 17 km SE of Mirboo North, Australia | M3.0 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jun 13, 2000 | 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia | M3.0 | 113 km | 33 km |
| Feb 28, 2006 | 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia | M2.9 | 120 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in |
Bairnsdale has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 49°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.8").